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When it comes to charitable giving, Texans are among the most generous, according to The Chronicle of Philanthropy. Using 2008 data from the Internal Revenue Service the most recent available the publication ranked Texas 13th among the most generous states, with Utah on top.
1. Utah
Total contributions: $2.4 billion Median contribution: $5,255 Median discretionary income: $49,551 Median percentage given: 10.6%
13. Texas
Total contributions: $10.7 billion Median contribution: $3,284 Median discretionary income: $63,806 Median percentage given: 5.1%
Distribution
Total grant distribution from the Communities Foundation of Texas for fiscal year 2012 ended June 30, 2012: Education: 33% Other: 5% Youth and recreation: 7% Arts and culture: 9% Community improvement: 10% Health and scientic research: 15%
SOURCES: The Chronicle of Philanthropy; IRS; Communities Foundation of Texas; Tax Foundation