Written By : Ronn Torossian
January 21, 2013

Tzedekah is a very important pillar of Judaism — people are encouraged and required under the tenets of Judaism to give charity.  So whether its donating a car to Kars 4 Kids or the American Red Cross who gives the most donations:

• Generally, Republicans give more than twice what Democrats give in charitable contributions of all sorts.  In 2008 a book was written which showed that while Democrats have higher household incomes, Republicans tend to donate more monies.
• The Chronicle of Philanthropy had a survey which shows that religious people of all sorts tithe due to their religious beliefs – and then thereafter donation trends change.

o   The most generous state in the country is Utah – where households in Provo, Utah, give away the most as a percentage — 13.9% of discretionary income.  In second-place amongst states is Mississippi at 7.2%. Of course, Mormans “headquarters” is in Utah – and like Mitt Romney they tend to give generously to the Morman Church.

o   The others in the top five aren’t Morman heavy states – but are heavy evangelical places - Mississippi, Alabama, Tennessee and South Carolina.

One wonders indeed which party is the true kinder gentler party.  Giving is good for you.

Ronn Torossian is CEO of 5WPR.

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