Taking Action Against Human Trafficking
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Hands of Justice
Founded by an Overcomer for Overcomers, Hands of Justice is a survivor-led movement rooted in lived experience. We work to bring hope, healing, and justice to survivors of human trafficking—especially in the often-overlooked suburban and rural communities where trafficking hides in plain sight.
Through peer support, education, career development, and advocacy, we help survivors reclaim their voices, rebuild their lives, and rise as empowered leaders.
This is more than a mission—it’s a movement. Join us.
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Our mission is to provide Survivor advocacy and support, economic empowerment, and community awareness of human trafficking.
Keeping you informed to maximize your impact!
We want to share a recent Houston Business Journal article highlighting upcoming federal tax changes that could significantly affect charitable giving. While the new rules do not take effect until 2026, the decisions you make now can have a meaningful impact on both your tax planning and the survivors we serve.
Here are a few key takeaways to consider as you plan your year-end giving:
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Upcoming Tax Changes: Starting in 2026, charitable deductions will only apply to gifts exceeding 0.5% of your Adjusted Gross Income, and itemized deductions for top earners will be capped at 35%.
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Maximize Your Tax Savings: Save more by donating before December 31, 2025, under current rules.
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Immediate Impact: Your early gift helps survivors today and ensures you benefit from the most favorable tax treatment.
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Advantage with a Donor-Advised Fund: Pre-funding multiple years of giving now to lock in today’s tax benefits.
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IRA Giving Opportunity: Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs) from IRAs remain exempt—donate up to $108,000 in 2025 directly to public charities.
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Tax Planning: Assess the impact of the tax law changes on your gift strategy to take any needed action before year-end.
