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IRS: Beware of fake charities; check before donating

IR-2023-196, Oct. 23, 2023 WASHINGTON —With the tragic crises and natural disasters happening around the globe, many are responding to the call to give what they can to help. The Internal Revenue Service today warned taxpayers to be wary...

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  • November 2, 2023

Tips to help taxpayers make sure their donations go to legitimate charities

When disaster strikes, Americans can always be counted on to help. That help comes in countless ways, but often the easiest way to help is by donating money to charities. Sadly, criminals are just as likely to answer the...

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  • September 13, 2023

Giving Tuesday is coming; now is a good time to review tax benefits for charitable giving

The Tuesday after Thanksgiving marks Giving Tuesday when many people choose to make charitable donations. People making charitable donations for Giving Tuesday, or at any time during the year, should review whether their gift is tax-deductible. Donations to charities...

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  • November 18, 2022

IRS provides guidance on employer leave-based donation programs that aid victims of the COVID-19 pandemic

WASHINGTON – The Internal Revenue Service today provided guidance for employers whose employees forgo sick, vacation or personal leave because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Notice 2020-46 provides that cash payments employers make to charitable organizations that provide relief to...

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  • June 12, 2020

How taxpayers can make sure their donations are tax deductible

It’s that time of year when taxpayers are thinking about how they want to give back, and many taxpayers will want to donate to a charity that means something to them. The IRS has a tool that may help...

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  • November 26, 2019

Taxpayers who donate to charity should check out these resources

Taxpayers who donate to a charity may be able to claim a deduction on their tax return. These deductions basically reduce the amount of their taxable income. Taxpayers can only deduct charitable contributions if they itemize deductions. Here are...

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  • October 15, 2019

Gifts to Charity: Six Facts About Written Acknowledgements

Throughout the year, many taxpayers contribute money or gifts to qualified organizations eligible to receive tax-deductible charitable contributions. Taxpayers who plan to claim a charitable deduction on their tax return must do two things: Have a bank record or...

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  • December 3, 2018

Get Ready for Taxes: What to Do Before the Tax Year Ends Dec. 31

                                      WASHINGTON – As tax filing season approaches, the Internal Revenue Service reminds taxpayers there are things they should do now...

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  • December 12, 2017

Gifts to Charity: Six Facts About Written Acknowledgements

Throughout the year, many taxpayers contribute money or gifts to qualified organizations eligible to receive tax-deductible charitable contributions. Taxpayers who plan to claim a charitable deduction on their tax return must do two things: • Have a bank record...

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  • October 24, 2017