Charitable Giving Deductions
Keep up with the latest news about charitable giving deductions and strategies and philanthropic economics.
Do Your Clients Know the New Charitable Deduction Rules?
By Robert Bloink and William H. ByrnesThe OBBBA made substantial changes to how American taxpayers deduct contributions to charities.
May 20, 2026
Debate: Should QCDs Be Allowed From 401(k)s?Under current rules, those distributions are available only if they are transferred from an IRA to a qualifying charity.
May 19, 2026
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New Bill Would Extend a Popular RMD Optimization Tool to 401(k)sThe Charity Parity Act would allow QCDs from workplace retirement plans. Ed Slott is skeptical.
February 10, 2026
Your Clients Have Probably Heard This Risky Tax PitchA tax return's acceptance doesn't mean that a giant future tax bill isn't coming — with interest and penalties.
November 13, 2025
How to Maximize the Tax Value of Charitable ContributionsLegislation this summer made many changes that will affect taxpayers planning to donate to charities in 2025 and beyond.
August 24, 2025
Debate: Should Itemized Deductions Be Capped for the Wealthy?Starting in 2026 deductions will be reduced for those in the 37% tax bracket.
May 09, 2025
Greater Need, Greater Giving Spell Greater Opportunity for AdvisorsRegistration is open for ThinkAdvisor's June 3 webcast on trends in charitable giving, donor-advised funds and foundations.
December 11, 2024
Year-End RMDs and the QCD Workaround StrategyQualified charitable distributions can help clients reduce tax liability, but there are pitfalls to avoid.