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By: Kori Rodley Irons
October 19, 2006

Open your mailbox this time of year and you’re likely to find a stack of appeals from various charities and causes asking for donations. Starting with United Way agencies who normally conduct their campaigns in the Fall, through until the end of December, many nonprofits and charitable organizations do a big fundraising push during the holiday season. So, how can you decide who to give your hard-earned money too and how best to assuage your philanthropic spirit this time of year? Here are some suggestions for evaluating causes and making the most of your donations.