AHP, through the Charitable Giving Coalition, comments on the Tax Reform Act of 2014. AHP applauds the tireless work of Chairman Camp and his staff. We appreciate the Chairman's recognition of the importance of preserving a charitable deduction, signaling that this is a unique giving incentive that encourages generous Americans to support charitable causes. However, we are concerned about some provisions that would negatively impact charitable giving and the philanthropic programs and services provided by our nation's charities. Some of the proposals could cause charitable giving to decrease in a time when communities need the support of nonprofits and charities now more than ever.
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Kathy Renzetti CAE
CSO
Association for Healthcare Philanthropy
Falls Church VA
(703) 538-3143
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