December 18, 2025

Smart Ways to Give and Reduce Your Tax Burden

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To help you make the most of your year-end giving, we’re sharing this short interview with Dr. Russell James, professor of charitable financial planning at Texas Tech University. Dr. James is widely regarded as the most influential academic researcher in major and planned giving.

If you’re looking for smart ways to give at year-end and reduce your tax burden—all while supporting Harvest USA and any other ministries you love—you’ll want to take a few minutes to watch this helpful video.

Discover Smart Ways to Give

Learning about these simple, tax-smart strategies for charitable giving before December 31 can help you reduce your tax burden as you enjoy the blessing of giving. This 7-minute video will show you . . .

  • Why December is the most powerful time for charitable giving
  • How donating appreciated assets like stock can avoid capital gains taxes
  • How Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs) from IRAs can lower taxable income

Maximize Your Impact and Experience the Joy of Giving

Create a lasting impact while supporting Harvest USA! Now is the time—before December 31—so don’t wait. We’re so grateful for your financial and prayer support. May your celebration of our Savior’s birth be more joyful than ever.

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Jim Barr

Director of Ministry Partnerships and Stewardship

Jim is the Director of Ministry Partnerships and Stewardship for Harvest USA. Jim received a master’s degree in public affairs journalism from Regent University (Virginia Beach, VA) and his bachelor’s degree in history from Amherst College, (Amherst, MA).

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