2013 taxes are due April 15. (The Herald/ Archived Photo)

December is traditionally a month for giving generously to charities, friends and family.But it’s also a time that can have a major impact on the tax return filed for the New Year.

Here are some “Season of Giving” tips from the IRS covering everything from charity donations to refund planning:

Contribute to Qualified Charities. For anybody who plans to take an itemized charitable deduction on their 2012 tax return, the donation must go to a qualified charity by Dec. 31.

Asking the charity about its tax-exempt status is the recommended way to start.

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