A note about the tax implications regarding Haiti contributions: 2009 Tax Benefit Statement: “Charitable contributionsmade before 3/1/10 in response to the Haiti earthquakecan be claimed as itemized charitable deductions on your 2009 tax return instead of waiting to claim these on your 2010 tax return. (See The House of Representatives bill H.R. 4462 <http://dma.convio.net/site/R?i=ymIp3tQGqYh4ZzryG2trIg..> passed 1/20/10.) As with any charitable gift, consult your professional tax advisor.
