This paper discusses the driving mechanisms of religiosity in terms of donations practices, and donor choice in giving either to religious organizations or secular organizations in Portugal. Based on a survey of Portuguese nonprofit organizations, 612 donors reported their preferences when giving. Being religious affiliated, and displaying a high level of religiosity has been identified as a determinant of donate regularly and giving high amounts. Moreover, donor choice in giving either to religious organizations or secular organizations has been found to be an important factor for secular people, whereas religious people tend to give to any kind of organization.

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Giving, Donations Practices, Religiosity, Nonprofit Organizations