A 503c buys stuffed animals from my small online business. I pay their shipping to help support them. Can I deduct this as a donation on my Schedule C. Or?

[JohnW15 · Accepted solution]

Unfortunately, charitable contributions made by a sole proprietorship -- someone filing a Schedule C -- aren't deductible on your Schedule C.  The law just doesn't allow it.

On the other hand, you can claim charitable donations to qualified charitable organizations if you itemize deductions on your Schedule A. 

If you're not sure of the organization's charitable status, contact them directly or use the IRS Exempt Organizations Lookup Tool.

[annie21]

Thank you so much!