It's a great time to clean out your closets and toy chests to see if you have items you can donate to a non-profit organization thrift shop like Goodwill , the Salvation Army, or The Career Wardrobe. Get a receipt and your donations are considered deductible charity contributions if you itemize on your tax returns.
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