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The Positive Effects of Donating to Charity

By Lamamma @LAmamma1

Have you ever considered donating to charity? Most people in the world wouldn’t. They can align themselves with the message and understand the importance of donating money, but most people want to protect their finances and hardly have any money to spare. However, it’s sometimes important to see charity donations as an investment into your well-being. The feeling you get from helping someone is fantastic, and with just a small donation you could experience some wonderful positive effects.

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  1. Tax Deductions

Charities can be IRS-approved, meaning you can write donations off on your tax return. There are some restrictions to this, but donating money to charity is a great way to give less money in taxes and put it towards a cause that you support.

  1. Helping People in Need

Charities are made to help those who are in need. Whenever there’s a crisis in the world such as the recent hurricanes, it’s important for generous people to donate money to help victims. In addition, your monetary contributions could help people on the other side of the world. There is suffering and disaster all over the world, and just a small bit of money could change the lives of many. Just because a few dollars doesn’t buy you much in the United States, that doesn’t mean it carries the same monetary value in another country.

  1. Support Something You Believe In

Whether you visit soaringeagle.org to donate to Northern Cheyenne Elders or giving your money to cancer research, donating money to charity allows you to put your money towards something you believe in. It’s a great way to motivate friends and family members to do the same and also contribute money to a good cause. If you truly believe in something and have the means, then it’s wise to donate money to support it.

  1. More Meaning to Life

There’s a reason why entrepreneurs such as Bill Gates and Warren Buffet are such major philanthropists. With so much money to their name, they have to find a use for it and there’s no better cause than to improve the well-being of everyone on earth. While you might not have billions to donate, every little counts and even putting a bit of money towards a greater cause can make you feel like you have a place in life. Take a look at this article from cnbc.com and you’ll quickly realize that many wealthy people have put money towards charities. Donating money creates new opportunities for people over the world, but it also gives you more meaning to your life. If you’re feeling down or upset about recent events, then knowing that you did something good for people in need is a great way to get back on your feet.

Donating money to a charity is admirable. Whether it’s to cure a certain disease or end world hunger, giving your money to those who need it is a noble act that will make you feel great, help those in need and also gives you a way to support something you truly believe in.


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