In 2012, giving to organizations geared towards supporting the arts, culture, and humanities jumped 7 percent, totaling over $14 billion.

Between 2011 and 2012, giving to international aid went up by more than 2 percent.

Giving to human services jumped by more than 3 percent from 2011 to 2012.

Donations to friends and family is a form of giving that can’t be calculated, since it usually happens in private circles and off the books.

Public society benefit includes organizations who work with voter education, civil rights and civil liberties.

The number of environmental charity groups has been steadily growing over the past decade.

Organizations in health sector include hospitals, primary care facilities and health research.

Compared to other charity sectors, donating to education appears to be on the rise.

Tithing, general contributions and other ways that Americans give to their church.

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