There are a few polite ways to request donations instead of birthday gifts: ``In lieu of gifts, please consider making a donation to (charity name) in my honor. Your generosity would mean so much.'' ``This year, I'm asking friends and family to make a donation to (charity) instead of purchasing a gift for me.
There are a few polite ways to request donations instead of birthday gifts: ``In lieu of gifts, please consider making a donation to (charity name) in my honor. Your generosity would mean so much.'' ``This year, I'm asking friends and family to make a donation to (charity) instead of purchasing a gift for me.
May I deduct gifts on my income tax return? Making a gift or leaving your estate to your heirs does not ordinarily affect your federal income tax. You cannot deduct the value of gifts you make (other than gifts that are deductible charitable contributions).