1. Think about your personal and financial goals. Are you looking for an opportunity to volunteer your time and energy? Would you prefer a gift that not only helps fulfill our mission but also provides some tax relief?
2. Make a list to help determine what you value most in charitable organizations. Start the list by thinking about the experiences and charities that have mattered to you so far in your life. Consider what you value in these organizations and what they can accomplish.
3. From the list, choose a few causes of greatest importance to you and make an investment. Do a little research to find where you can personally make a difference. Whether you donate time, money or things, you'll feel the satisfaction that comes from supporting charitable organizations that are emotionally near to you.

If you are interested in planning a gift to Goodwill Industries, please contact Catherine Girard or Emily Capelle at (312) 994-1446 or (414) 847-4173 or cgirard@goodwillchicago.com.