Are you a U.S. expat looking to make charitable donations while maximizing tax benefits? 🌍 In this video, we break down international charitable giving, including how to donate tax-efficiently, the role of donor-advised funds (DAFs), and strategies for giving to foreign charities.

What You'll Learn:

✅ How U.S. expats can donate to charities abroad

✅ Tax deductions for charitable contributions

✅ Using donor-advised funds (DAFs) for global giving

✅ Pitfalls of international giving & how to avoid penalties

✅ The impact of foreign tax credits on charitable donations

💰 Want to maximize your tax savings while giving back? Watch now to learn how to navigate cross-border philanthropy effectively!

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0:00 - Introduction to Charitable Gifting for U.S. Expats1:11 - U.S. Charitable Gifting Laws and Tax Benefits

1:44 - Standard Deduction Increase and Itemizing Donations

2:16 - Importance of Tax Efficiency in Philanthropy

2:48 - Tax Planning: Giving Every Other Year

3:18 - Donor-Advised Funds Explained

3:49 - How Donor-Advised Funds Work for Expats

4:21 - Challenges of Giving to Foreign Charities

4:52 - Methods to Donate to Non-U.S. Charities

5:23 - Dual-Registered Charities for International Giving

5:56 - Giving to Charities with U.S. Affiliates

6:27 - Complexities of Charitable Giving While Living Abroad

7:01 - Local Tax Implications of Charitable Giving

7:32 - Using Excess Foreign Tax Credits for Charitable Deductions

8:03 - Differences in Tax Deductions Across Countries

8:34 - Charitable Giving in High-Tax vs. Low-Tax Countries

9:04 - Limits on Deductible Charitable Contributions

9:36 - Importance of Consulting Tax Professionals

10:08 - Making Donations to Large Organizations Like UNICEF

10:41 - Church and Religious Donations in Europe

11:12 - Double Taxation Considerations for U.S. Expats

11:44 - Ensuring Tax Deductibility of International Donations

12:16 - Pitfalls of Donating Without Checking Tax Laws

12:47 - Risks of Non-Deductible Donations for Expats

13:19 - Differences in Tax Treatment of Foreign Charities

13:51 - Donating Appreciated Stock Instead of Cash

14:23 - Tax Benefits of Donating Securities

14:54 - How Countries Value Stock Donations Differently

15:26 - Cross-Border Tax Implications of Donations

15:58 - Maximizing Generosity Through Tax Efficiency

16:29 - Mistakes That Can Cost Donors Money

17:01 - Gift Tax Risks in Certain Countries

17:32 - Large Donations and Unintended Tax Consequences

18:04 - Final Thoughts and Summary

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