A 501(c)(3) organization is a nonprofit that enjoys special, tax-exempt status. These organizations are obligated to serve the public good. Nonprofits can receive grants from the government and from private foundations due to their tax-exempt status, and they receive several discounts as well,...
Charitable donations to churches, synagogues, temples and other religious entities typically can be written off, as can those made to nonprofit hospitals, schools, public parks, veteran organizations and similar groups. People can deduct government donations, as well, as long as the gifts are ...