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Monday, April 11, 2011

States Offer Charity ‘Checkoffs’ To Give Through Taxes | Nonprofit News

States Offer Charity ‘Checkoffs’ To Give Through Taxes | Nonprofit News: "Though tax season is dreaded by most, it brings with it an added bonus. Tax refunds are the silver-lining of filing tax returns and, though for some they can be an essentially needed financial boost, they also provide opportunities to give back.

Many states offer “Checkoffs,” a list of nonprofit organizations that taxpayers can contribute to directly from their tax refunds. By providing a simple, straightforward way to donate, this small step is going a long way to help others."