A hurricane is a storm system that is defined by regular winds that can reach up to 74 miles per hour. A tropical storm is an orderly system of powerful thunderstorms with a definite surface circulation and winds reaching anywhere between 39 miles per hour to 73 miles per hour. A tsunami, Japanese for “harbor wave,” is simply a sequence of water waves that happen as a result of the displacement of water in a sizable body of water, like an ocean or even a large lake. Understanding how these weather systems (tsunamis are actually the consequence of displacement of water and not a weather system) work is integral in the safety of people living along coasts, or where there is a large incidence of these natural disasters. People who understand the risks of these natural disasters will be inclined to be well-prepared for them. This prescient preparation can include […]
Donating money, items, or volunteering your time at a non-profit or public agency benefits not only the targeted population but also yourself. Funding will help organizations provide their services, donated items can be used by less-fortunate individuals to establish a home for themselves, and volunteer hours can help groups continue to operate. Participating in charity organizations enables you to help less fortunate persons move towards living healthy, productive lives. In minutes or just a few short hours, you can make a difference in your community or the nation.Why Volunteer?: Provided by the Rhode Island Hospital System, this short article discusses the benefits of volunteering.Benefits of Volunteering: Written by Susan Ellis, this article discusses the reasons why volunteering benefits everyone. The page is provided by Charity Guide, a website that provides volunteering information and opportunities to users.Why Volunteer?: Hosted by the University of Missouri, St. Louis, this page discusses why students […]
Donating an old or unused computer is becoming a more common occurrence and there are a few considerations that should be made before doing so.Consider how old the computer in question is. If it is less than five years old, it can probably be made useful to someone in need. Any computer that is older than five years will more than likely be outdated and of no use to its recipient.Another aspect to consider is the personal data that is on the machine. Even if the hard drive is formatted, the information can still be obtained by an end user with some technical knowledge. The computer should be sent to a refurbisher to ensure that all of the data is completely wiped clean before you donate it. These companies and services use US Department of Defense grade cleaning software and techniques to ensure that information is not obtainable by the […]
Donating a yacht to charity is often a better choice than selling your vessel.Are you having trouble selling your high vessel or yacht?Is the value of your high value vessel greater than $100,000? Did you know less than 5% of all yachts listed actually sell within the first two years?Many times, donating a vessel is far more beneficial than actually going through the hassles of selling the vessel!Action Donation Services® specializes in processing yacht donations for some of America’s finest charities such as the Wounded Warrior Homes, Boy’s and Girls Clubs, Providence Center for Coastal Studies and charity chapters such as Special Olympics, Ronald McDonald House Charities, and Paralyzed Veterans of America, just to name a few. We specialize in maximizing the legal tax savings that a donor may receive.This beautiful Jefferson 46 Sundeck was donated to one of our qualified client charities in Florida. Action® made needed repairs and upgrades […]
Donating rather than selling may be a better option for both the yacht broker and the client.Are you aware that yacht broker referral commissions paid by Action Donation Services® in most cases are equal to or greater than broker sales commissions?Learn more about the Action Donation Services Broker Compensation Plan® This plan is a “win-win” for both the broker and the owner!Often the owner of a listed yacht becomes impatient with the time it takes to sell the average yacht. Research shows the average yacht can sometimes take as long as two years to sell. In the meantime, the owner continues to incur the considerable holding expenses of docking, maintenance, insurance, depreciation, etc.Using the Action Donation Services® methods which comply with all IRS requirements, they can donate to a favorite charity and enjoy an immediate tax deduction based on the full survey value of the vessel—depending on the program selected.We […]