I know I've asked this question before but I want to give more detail regarding it:
We have a golf outing and they charge $175. Let's say $100 is to actually play golf. Many years ago they would say the $75 was a donation. However, they also get a dinner (which is at the golf club), polo shirt, and a goodie bag that includes golf balls, tees, snacks, water, and other small items. They also have an auction during the dinner for items and sometimes are given a ticket to win items. Let's not forget contest out on the course.
Can you count the $75 as a gift? or....
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Ann Carman
Hartwick College
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