Are donations to employee relief funds for restaurant workers tax deductible?

[xmasbaby0 · Accepted solution]

Only donations to recognized charities are deductible on your tax return--although that was a very kind and generous thing to do.   What you gave would be considered a gift, and gifts are not deductible.

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[Opus 17]

Some employers do establish non-profit foundations to accept donations for various purposes, including employees who fall on hard times.  These would be a tax deductible donation if you have a receipt that says so.  However, most employee benefit funds are not set up as separate non-profits.  You would have to ask your employer if you aren't sure.