Can I deduct the cost of supplies I purchased and donated to Hurricane Michael victims?

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If you donated the supplies to a 501(c)(3) charity, then yes, you can claim an itemized deduction for the cost.  If you donated the supplies directly to hurricane victims, then no, you cannot take the deduction. 

In order to receive a deduction for a charitable contribution, you must itemized (as opposed to taking the standard deduction).  The standard deductions for 2018 are:

• Single:$12,000
• Married Filing Joint & Surviving Spouse - $24,000
• Married Filing Separately - $12,000 ($0 if spouse itemizes)
• Head of Houshold - $18,000