JohnW15
Intuit Alumni

Business & farm

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.


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