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Section 19, Part B - Miscellaneous Expenses - Contributions

Section 19, Part B deals with payments and contributions to persons outside of the household, and to religious, political, educational and other charitable organizations.

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Since the first of the reference month, have you or any members of your household given any money by cash, checks, or given any gift cards to ...

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1. College students living away from home?
2. Any other people not in your household, such as friends, co-workers, or homeless persons?

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Since the first of the reference month, have you or any members of your household paid any of the following . . .

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3. Child support?
4. Alimony?

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Since the first of the reference month, have you or any members of your household given any money by cash, checks, money orders, or credit cards to benefit . . .

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5. Educational institutions?
6. Political organizations?
7. Religious Organizations, including churches, temples and mosques?
8. Charities or other organizations?

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Have you or any members of your household given any...

9. Stocks, bonds, or mutual funds to persons or organizations outside of your household?

99. None/No more entries

What was the payment/contribution for? [enter text] _____________

In what month did you make the payment/contribution? [enter text] _____________

* Enter 13 for same payment/contribution each month of the reference period.

What was the total amount of the payment/contribution?/What is the monthly payment/contribution? [enter value] _____________

Did you make any other payments/contributions for this "payment/contribution item"?

1. Yes
2. No