I volunteer for a public charity, 501c3 and must purchase a performance outfit, as well as pay annual membership dues. I receive no compensation for performing. Can I deduct the cost of the performance outfit and the annual membership dues?
Yes, you can deduct both expenses as your out of pocket charitable donations. Here is data entry:
Federal Taxes
Deductions & Credits
Charitable Donations, select Donations
to Charity in 2016; once charity name is entered,
select Mileage and travel expenses - and enter your out of pocket expenses there.
Yes, you can deduct both expenses as your out of pocket charitable donations. Here is data entry:
Federal Taxes
Deductions & Credits
Charitable Donations, select Donations
to Charity in 2016; once charity name is entered,
select Mileage and travel expenses - and enter your out of pocket expenses there.
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