Giving Budget Planner

Decide what you'll give this year, then split it between the causes you care about. Your plan saves on this device.

Yearly household income (optional) How do you want to set your goal? Percent to give How often are you paid?

Yearly giving: $0.00

That's $0.00 a month, or $0.00 per paycheck.

Split it between causes

How much should I give?

There's no single right number. Some people tithe, giving 10 percent. Others start at 1 or 2 percent and raise it a little each year. The best goal is one you can keep, and one you set on purpose rather than giving only when someone asks.

Give first, not last. Set up automatic gifts on payday so generosity isn't left to whatever's left over.
Keep a little in reserve. Many families hold back 10 to 20 percent of their giving budget for emergencies such as a neighbor in need or a disaster appeal.
Concentrate. Several meaningful gifts usually do more good, and are easier to check out, than many tiny ones.

Ready to choose where it goes? Read How to Choose a Charity, then print the Annual Giving Plan.