Can I deduct money given to Grandchildren?

[7cbfletcher]

Where do I take deductions given to Grandchildren?

[Anonymous_ · Accepted solution]

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@7cbfletcher wrote:
Where do I take deductions given to Grandchildren?

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No. Your grandchildren are not recognized charities. Further, if you give each more than $17,000 this year (or $16,000 in 2022), you need to file Form 709.

See https://www.irs.gov/instructions/i709#en_US_2022_publink16784xd0e649

[DoninGA]

Gifts given are not reported on a tax return.  Gifts received are not entered on a tax return.

If you gave a gift to a single individual in the amount that was greater than $16,000 in 2022 then you have to report the gift given to the IRS using Form 709.