Philanthropic Fun in 2010
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Most of us think about giving or volunteering, but when it comes to the execution we are a little slow on the draw. It's easy to put off, or to feel overwhelmed by so many worthy causes. YPNation's Kate Tighe is determined to "tithe" this year, to give 10 percent of her income. She made this promise back in December, and here are her thoughts on her progress so far:
"This week’s column is an accountability check for me, but also a reminder to myself and to any of you out there that it’s best to start now to work giving into your accounting for 2010. It should be a healthy habit and not an explosion of extra funds at the end of the tax year. Also, with a little planning, giving can be more targeted, more creative, and have more impact.
On Monday, The New York Times published an article about The Secret Society for Creative Philanthropy. They are a group of friends who disperse money in creative ways and have regular dinner parties where they account for it, increasing the likelihood the money is given and linking giving to friends and to fun. Who says it has to be a private or somber or holy activity?"
Read more: http://www.ypnation.net/philanthropy-fun-2010
"This week’s column is an accountability check for me, but also a reminder to myself and to any of you out there that it’s best to start now to work giving into your accounting for 2010. It should be a healthy habit and not an explosion of extra funds at the end of the tax year. Also, with a little planning, giving can be more targeted, more creative, and have more impact.
On Monday, The New York Times published an article about The Secret Society for Creative Philanthropy. They are a group of friends who disperse money in creative ways and have regular dinner parties where they account for it, increasing the likelihood the money is given and linking giving to friends and to fun. Who says it has to be a private or somber or holy activity?"
Read more: http://www.ypnation.net/philanthropy-fun-2010
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