The definitive, accessible reference on charitable giving taxlaw
Charitable Giving 5th Edition is the leadingguide to the law, rules, and regulations governing charitablegiving, completely revised, revamped, and updated to align with thelatest developments in the industry. Written by Bruce R. Hopkins,the most respected name in the field, this book providesplain-English explanations and in-depth coverage, complete withdetailed documentation, citations, and references. This updatededition contains new information on many aspects of giving law,including the extensive litigation concerning gifts of conservationeasements and updates on the several special rules for unique typesof giving, as well as updates on federal estate tax law, and caselaw on substantiation and appraisal requirements. Reader will finda summary of recent developments concerning recordkeeping,donor-advised funds, and much more. The companion website providestables, appendices, IRS guidelines, and other related documents tohelp readers get organized and remain compliant amidst the rapidchanges.

Charitable giving law is constantly evolving, and remainingcompliant can feel like trying to hit a moving target. This book isdesigned to keep lawyers, managers, and development directors intax-exempt organizations up to date on the relevant regulations,with a deep understanding of how the regulations are actuallyapplied.
* Understand the federal tax laws surrounding charitablegiving
* Learn how recent legislation impacts specific taxes anddocumentation
* Examine the new regulations proposed by the Department ofTreasury
* Gain access to tools that help ensure compliance

More than a simple codification reference, this book providesexplanation and interpretation from one of the foremost minds inthe field. For those needing a charitable giving guide,Charitable Giving 5th Edition is a comprehensive,authoritative examination, and widely recognized as a classicreference.