topic Can I deduct cost for chaperoning students on a class trip, such as airfare, hotel in Education

Can I deduct cost for chaperoning students on a class trip, such as airfare, hotel

jpanta4149 — Sat, 01 Jun 2019 20:47:06 GMT

Out of pocket expenses for service to a recognized charit...

Bsch4477 — Sat, 01 Jun 2019 20:47:07 GMT

Out of pocket expenses for service to a recognized charitable institution are deductible as a charitable contribution if you itemize. I am assuming you are a parent. Otherwise see other answer.

The Tax Reform and Jobs Act has eliminated the Miscellane...

PhyllisG — Sat, 01 Jun 2019 20:47:10 GMT

The Tax Reform and Jobs Act has eliminated the Miscellaneous section of the the Form 1040 Schedule A. Employee expenses are no longer deductible.

However, if you are self-employed you can claim the amounts on a Form 1040 Schedule C as a business expense.