CAS July 21, 2026
Rethinking the RMD: The Giving Strategy Hidden Inside Your Client’s IRA
For clients in these situations, a QCD may be meaningfully more efficient than a cash gift paired with an income tax deduction.
Taxes December 26, 2025
New USPS Rule Could Affect Year-End Tax Deductions
As a result of the new stipulation, the date stamped on mailed items may be several days later than when the mail was actually deposited, raising concerns for taxpayers who rely on the postmark to document the timing of charitable gifts.
Taxes December 8, 2025
How Much Should the IRS Know About Your Charitable Giving? It’s More Than You May Realize
Even if you never claim a tax deduction, the federal government may still know which charities you support.
Taxes November 19, 2025
Just Desserts for Missing Charitable Records
As evidenced by a taxpayer in a new case, Besaw, TC Sum. Op. 2025-7, 7/21/25, just missing one or two of the key ingredients can spoil the deal.
Special Section: Guide to 2025 Tax Changes November 12, 2025
New Tax Law ‘Floors’ Charitable Deductions for Corporations – OBBBA Tax Law Changes
If a corporation makes a monetary contribution falling between the 10% ceiling and the 1% floor, the amount “in between” is deductible. Any nondeductible amount above the 10% ceiling may still be carried over for five years.
Advisory March 7, 2025
Study: Nearly Half of Nonprofits Lack Funds to Effectively Operate
For the second consecutive year, individual contributions—the single largest source of dollars given to charitable organizations for more than 10 years—have declined.
Taxes November 29, 2023
5 Ways to Gift Yourself Tax Savings This Holiday Season
The Illinois CPA Society offers five money moves to make before the end of the year to create some tax-time savings now and in the year ahead.