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What is a Charitable Organization? - 25 August 2010, 11:00 am

Money or property that you donate to “qualified” charitable organizations can be included in your itemized deductions as a charitable contribution.  But what is a “qualified” charity?
  • Churches, synagogues, temples, mosques and other religious organizations

  • Federal, state and local governments (if your contribution is solely for public purposes) - generally includes local government, public schools, Indian tribal government and governments of U.S. possessions

  • Nonprofit schools and hospitals

  • Nonprofit volunteer fire companies, public parks and recreation facilities and civil defense organizations

  • Organizations organized and operated for charitable purposes, such as the Salvation Army, Red Cross, Goodwill Industries, United Way, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, March of Dimes, etc.

  • Certain organizations that foster national or international amateur sports competition

  • War veterans' organizations, including posts, auxiliaries, trusts, or foundations organized in the United States or any of its possessions

  • Domestic fraternal societies, orders and associations operating under the lodge system

  • Certain Canadian and Mexican charities allowed by treaty – however, generally to deduct your contribution you must have income from sources within the country.
If you have questions regarding a specific charity or charitable contribution, please feel free to inquire with this office.

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