WHY ORPHANS?
Around the world there are an estimated 153 million orphans who have lost at least one parent. Many great organizations provide clean drinking water, food and medical care to orphans around the globe. Our mission is to bring a new dimension to orphan’s lives through the power of education and sports.
WHY BOOKS?
Children raised in orphanages have an I.Q. 36 points lower on average than children growing up with their biological parents. With the proper educational materials and building confidence through sports we can change this. Combining the power of sports and books we can increase an orphan’s intellect exponentially.
WHY BALLS?
The primary focus of most orphanages is to provide the basics of survival for each child; shelter, food and water. Sports equipment is a luxury, and one most facilities are unable to afford. Sports exercise improves health, increases self-esteem and provides the opportunity for a child to be a child.
How Can You Help?
Book and a Ball is a verified GuideStar charity:
For $35 you can give 5 orphans a book and a ball.
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Get the Maximum Tax Benefit
Take advantage of current IRS rules allowing the deduction of the 100% of the Fair Market Value of your real estate donation. In today’s market, your tax savings often greatly outweigh the benefits of continuing to hold onto real estate considering real estate taxes, county and city fines, bad publicity of owning an under-utilized property, real estate agent fees, and time and energy of dealing with the property.
The deduction value can be carried backwards or forwards for other tax years in many cases.
Your donation will go towards changing the lives or orphans around the world.
*If you are seeking a tax deduction of more than $5,000, the property will need to be appraised.