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Herbert Hoover and John Kennedy donated their salaries to charity. George Washington did not want any salary, but he became convinced that serving without pay could set a precedent that would prevent other less wealthy people from accepting the presidency.
Two US presidents donated all their salaries to charity. These were Herbert Hoover and John F. Kennedy. Kennedy also donated his salaries to charity when he was a Congressman and a Senator.
Update: President Trump also donated his salary to charity.
Herbert Hoover gace away his salary as president.
Washington offered to serve without pay, but people convinced him
that future presidents might need the money and that he should have
a salary as president.
* Correction - Both Herbert Hoover and John F. Kennedy donated their salaries to charity.
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Which us presidents didn't take salary?
Herbert Hoover and John F. Kennedy donated their salaries to charity. George Washington didn't want the salary but was convinced to take it because some presidents in the future may need it. George Washington didn't take a salary for leading the Army.
What US presidents have accepted their salary?
All of them have taken it,although JFk was reported to have donated his to charity and George Washington at first refused his paycheck.
Were there ever any ineligible US Presidents?
If you're asking whether any US Presidents were constitutionally ineligible to hold office, the answer is no.
How many presidents were named Nathaniel?
No US presidents were named Nathaniel.
How many US presidents has Rhode Island had?
There hasn't been any presidents from Rhode Island, yet.
Which us presidents didn't take salary?
Herbert Hoover and John F. Kennedy donated their salaries to charity. George Washington didn't want the salary but was convinced to take it because some presidents in the future may need it. George Washington didn't take a salary for leading the Army.
What US presidents have accepted their salary?
All of them have taken it,although JFk was reported to have donated his to charity and George Washington at first refused his paycheck.
Can a US President take a pay cut?
It is possible in theory; but more likely, a president can refuse to accept his salary (or he can donate a portion of it to charity). There are several presidents who refused their salary, and also some who donated a portion of it to charity.
Who are the main recipients of donated cars in the US?
Donated cars in the US most often go to a worthy charity such as Free Charity cars which is a non profit organization that donates cars to struggling families.
How did Michael Jackson change the US?
He donated over $100,000 to charity and had the torch, voice and charm of pop.
Can money donated to charity be claimed on a tax deduction sheet in the US?
It depends which state, what charity, time of the year, and the purpose of the charity. Most often charity money can be claimed on a tax deduction sheet in the U.S.
What achievements made Michael Jackson famous?
He made an honorable thought about heal the world,donated money to charity,and shared his restful life with us and the world
How much money did Steve Jobs leave to charity?
None according to charitiys. Apple is a greedy company. They have more money than the us government and havent donated anything. Billgates saved ALOT of people. Another reason im a windows fanboy. As of 2011 Billgates donated more than half his money to charity.
What happens to clothes in charity shops?
they are sold for really affordable prices, however if they are there to long and still haven't been shifted they will be donated to oorganisations that provide clothes for the homeless and people less fortunate than us.
How many salaries over one million dollars in the US?
55 salaries
Who are the us presidents that had beards?
name the 5 us presidents who had beardsLincolnGrantHayesGarfieldBenjamin Harrison
How much was John F. Kennedy's salary?
JFK's salary was about 100.000 us dollars a year,but he donated his presidential salary to charity for the entirety of his presidency because his family was so wealthy.
