Giving back on Giving Tuesday
Last Thursday's leftovers are in the fridge, and the Cyber Monday packages are on the way. Now, it's time for Giving Tuesday. CBS News' John Dickerson shares examples of generosity he's witnessed in the past few days.
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Last Thursday's leftovers are in the fridge, and the Cyber Monday packages are on the way. Now, it's time for Giving Tuesday. CBS News' John Dickerson shares examples of generosity he's witnessed in the past few days.
CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins "CBS Mornings" on "Giving Tuesday" to discuss what taxpayers need to know about charitable giving this year. She also shares tips for ensuring you are giving to a legitimate charity, and don't fall victim to a scam.
Tehma Smith Wilson, CEO of "The Door" in Baltimore, joins CBS News on Giving Tuesday to discuss how inflation has impacted the organization and what others can do to help.
For the last 10 years, Giving Tuesday has inspired millions to donate in support of various charities and nonprofit organizations. This year, donations have been lower as people struggle with rising consumer costs and economic uncertainty. Kristen Harris, the co-founder and CEO of Prevention Now, joined CBS News to discuss how inflation is impacting the work her organization does and how people can give back without giving money.
NASCAR legend Jimmie Johnson represents the charities American Legion and the Jimmie Johnson Foundation. He joins "CBS Mornings" this Giving Tuesday to discuss why giving back to his community is a priority for him.
CBS News national correspondent Vladimir Duthiers reports from Times Square on how people can help on Giving Tuesday.
The Giving Tuesday movement began in 2012 to boost charitable giving at the end of the year. People donated more than $281 billion to charities last year and a new Bankrate survey says 40 percent of people give money. However, fraud is a big problem and two government agencies are warning consumers to be wary of scammers. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the signs of a charity scam and safe ways to donate your money.
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