You Shouldn't Have
The economic argument for never giving another gift.
By Joel Waldfogel
Posted Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2009, at 7:04 AM ET
With just three weeks till Christmas, the Red Bull-infused phase of the holiday shopping season is upon us. If recent history is any guide, the month of December alone—with just 8 percent of the year's shopping days—will bring 23 percent of the year's sales at jewelry stores, 16 percent at department stores, and 15 perce ... Read More »

Last year, Frank and Jennifer Callahan launched a new, Denver-based nonprofit organization called TheGiftofGiving.com. There, gift buyers purchase charitable gift cards, which are mailed to recipients. The latter then choose from among nearly 150 nonprofit organizations at TheGiftofGiving.com to receive contributions. Read More »

I beieve that indivduals will continue to support charities to the level that they do now, but, unfortunately, corporate philanthropic donations may see a significant downturn. Read More »

The real question is why do people give to charity. Do you give to charity for a write-off or do you give with the hope of making a difference? Read More »