. >> kelly blirinkley. for information on the united way, you'll find a link. >>> end of year charity giving tax benefits and tax tips. >>> so, you have a few more weeks to take advantage of tax deductions for 2 sandra block is back with us this week. we want to get the last deductions in before the end of the year. so, which charitable deductions do with want to make sure we take? >> if you want to get anything to charity, do it between now and the end of the year. you won't be able to claim until next year. if you use your credit card, you can claim that deduction if you don't pay the bill until next year. i wouldn't encourage people to spend more than they have. but if you come into cash next year, you can put the deductions on your credit card, claim the deduction and pay it next year. >> i cleaned out my closet and gave away a lot of stuff. do i need to itemize? >> if the irs has questions, you're going to need to demonstrate the amount you deducted. is the market value of those items. there's websites