by mattdixon | May 26, 2022 | community involvement, greenville, matt dixon
Philanthropists are turning their attention to the Next Gen — millennials and Generation Z— as an emerging cohort that can help make a difference. If they’re not enough, maybe they will be the next generation to transform philanthropy truly. The Next Gen has...
by mattdixon | Apr 26, 2022 | community involvement, greenville, matt dixon
It is easy to understand how the pandemic has affected many businesses. Places like Amazon, Walmart, and Publix have had some of their best fiscal years ever. Restaurants, movie theaters, and airlines, on the other hand, have struggled to stay open and profitable as...
by mattdixon | Mar 29, 2022 | community involvement, greenville, matt dixon
Typically, taxpayers can write off up to 60% of their adjusted gross income for cash donations to qualified charities. The CARES Act increased this amount substantially. People can now deduct 100% of their adjusted gross income for cash donations to charity for the...
by mattdixon | Mar 4, 2022 | matt dixon
Though nonprofit organizations can be exempt from paying taxes, that doesn’t mean they don’t have to file their taxes each year. The IRS requires certain forms to be filled out depending on the type of organization based on its size and the type of organization it is....
by mattdixon | Jan 24, 2022 | matt dixon
A person may think he or she is donating to a good cause, but, in actuality, only a small fraction of his or her charitable donation may go on to do any good. Of course, not all charities work this way, and most don’t, but many criminals tend to take advantage of...
by mattdixon | Dec 4, 2021 | matt dixon
Giving to charity is always a great opportunity to make a lasting impact and help solve social and economic problems that the needy in society face. The first and most important step to starting your journey in philanthropy is identifying the right charity...
by mattdixon | Nov 4, 2021 | community involvement, greenville, matt dixon
Charities play the all-important role of coordinating charity organizations in supporting communities. The extent of support provided by charities to local communities targeted in the philanthropic program varies from one charity organization to another. The impact of...
by mattdixon | Oct 4, 2021 | matt dixon
So, you’re thinking about donating to your local food bank. That’s great! You will soon find out what an excellent feeling it is to know that you are helping others, including children, with their most fundamental need – a warm meal. If you are wondering what...
by mattdixon | Sep 4, 2021 | matt dixon
The wish to promote the welfare of others is indicative of those who perceive themselves as part of the whole of humanity. This virtue of charity is considered the greatest of all virtues. The names of such men as Andrew Carnegie (supporter of public libraries), John...
by mattdixon | Aug 4, 2021 | matt dixon
Volunteering is one of the ways to give back to society. It is a culture that business owners are encouraged to practice on a regular basis, particularly since it is highly beneficial. Volunteering helps improve morale among the employees within a company while giving...
