coastalcollector
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What I collect: Worldwide Space, U58, U59 Entires, Machine Cancel Covers, German Private Postage of the late 1890's, Misc.
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Post by coastalcollector on Apr 20, 2017 22:12:45 GMT
I'm faced with too much philatelic material (primarily covers but also some stamps). I would like to donate several large boxes of these and make sure that it is given to a tax deductible organization. I'm preparing to send up to $5000 worth to the APS but probably will still have more to donate and don't want to go through the hassle of appraisals for all of this. I know that the covers are each worth a minimum of $1 and some up to $25 (I sell on Ebay and can do my own appraisal),. So I plan to spread the donations out to different organizations.
Any ideas on what other qualified tax deductible organizations I can donate to? I also have thousands of postcards as well to donate. I'm not getting rid of everything, just trying to be reasonable with what I keep and want to share what I've accumulated over the years?
Thanks...Mike
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tomiseksj
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Woodbridge, Virginia, USA
Posts: 6,263
What I collect: Worldwide stamps/covers, Cinderellas, Ohio Prepaid Sales Tax Receipts, U.S. WWII Ration ephemera
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Post by tomiseksj on Apr 20, 2017 23:46:44 GMT
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Ryan
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Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Posts: 2,720
What I collect: If I have a catalogue for it, I collect it. And I have many catalogues ....
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Post by Ryan on Apr 21, 2017 16:38:22 GMT
This won't apply to you since you're in the US, but I thought I'd pop this note in here, in case any other Canadians should see the thread in the future. Oxfam Canada runs a stamp program which sells donated stamps, with the funds received then going to various Oxfam projects. Amounts are modest but donations are always appreciated, I'm sure. Ryan |
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tomiseksj
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Woodbridge, Virginia, USA
Posts: 6,263
What I collect: Worldwide stamps/covers, Cinderellas, Ohio Prepaid Sales Tax Receipts, U.S. WWII Ration ephemera
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Post by tomiseksj on Apr 21, 2017 17:35:06 GMT
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Beryllium Guy
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What I collect: Worldwide Stamps 1840-1930
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Post by Beryllium Guy on Apr 22, 2017 20:59:15 GMT
Goodwill sells stamps and covers via online auction so they are one option for you to consider. Thanks for this great piece of info, Steve! I have shopped at brick-and-mortar Goodwill stores for years, never seeing any philatelic items, and absolutely never knowing that they run their own auction site! I spent some time looking at their lots yesterday and may end up bidding on a couple of things if the prices remain reasonable. Anyway, many thanks! |
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tomiseksj
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Woodbridge, Virginia, USA
Posts: 6,263
What I collect: Worldwide stamps/covers, Cinderellas, Ohio Prepaid Sales Tax Receipts, U.S. WWII Ration ephemera
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Post by tomiseksj on Jun 10, 2017 18:54:12 GMT
I picked up a Stamps for the Wounded brochure while at NAPEX yesterday and thought it fitting to add its content to this thread. I encourage everyone to consider donating to this worthy endeavor or to a similar one if you live outside of the U.S. I'm trying to fill a box now and, once complete, will send it along as a donation from The Stamp Forum. |
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francis
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Post by francis on Jun 12, 2017 11:14:14 GMT
Rocky Mountain Philatelic Library is a perfect place for your donation. It is non-profit organisation and is eligible to receive tax-deductible donations. Donors may deduct the fair market value of their gift as a charitable contribution on their income tax return. So, you are welcome.
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zipper
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Posts: 2,649
What I collect: Classic GB, QV, France Ceres/Napoleon, Classic U.S., Cinderella & Poster Stamps
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Post by zipper on Jun 12, 2017 22:36:51 GMT
You can always auction a few items here for donations to The Stamp Forum.
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