What if I can do both?

By Lynne Cory What if I give $5000.00 to the animal shelter because I want to help the innocent animals have a better life?  What if I give $5000.00 to the animal shelter because I want to see my name on the ornate plaque on the wall to impress all of my social friends?  What if I give the money but need the Federal ID number so that I can get a tax reduction?  Which is giving to others and which is gaining for me?      Gary Zukov