A week ago, I heard from several charities that Guatemala is wanting to impose a tax on ALL containers of donations. They have stopped all containers until March 15th when new rules will be announced. The tax could be as much as 30% and would be devastating to the many charities and missions relying on donations from the US.
Tomorrow, March 1st, Gregory Giagnocavo will be talking about this new tax on Good Morning Guatemala 7:00AM to 8:30AM. You can listen to the show through supercadena.com.
Spanish speakers are encouraged to call the show and stress the importance of keeping charitable contributions unburdened by this tax. The number is 502 (2) 421 5376.
You may also email comments before the show to gmg977@emisorasunidas.com
Lets hope and pray that they will reconsider the consequences to the many charities who depend on outside contributions.
Posted by Kelly at February 28, 2005 05:39 PMHas there been any further decision on this issue? Any word on how the discussion went? My church is considering donations to Guatemala, so I'm curious about this. If you have any follow-up information, please pass it on. Thanks so much!
Posted by: Julie at March 8, 2005 05:29 PM