Best Answer: In England you can fell a tree in your own garden unless it is protected by a Tree Preservation Order or you are in a Conservation Area.
The amount of your Friends of the Smithsonian membership dues, minus the fair market value of your benefits in accordance with IRS regulations, such as your Smithsonian magazine subscription, is tax-deductible. You may customize your benefit choices to increase the tax-deductibility of your contribution, if you wish.
You can deduct a charitable donation on your income taxes only if it is made to a designated 501(c) organization. Donations to groups not so designated are not eligible for tax deductions. IRS Publication 78 (see Resources) is a complete list of designated organizations eligible to receive tax-deductible donations.