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TomK
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Does donating money in the church basket count?

Yes, but you may be required to show proof of any donations that you made.

The IRS has various record-keeping and documentation requirements, depending on the amount of cash you donate to a church. Whenever you make a cash donation to your church, you must retain either a receipt, canceled check or a bank or credit card statement. It's not necessary for you to send these to the IRS, but if the agency ever contacts you for proof of your donations, you are required to have the documentation. However, if any single donation is greater than $250, you must also obtain a written acknowledgment from the church. This acknowledgment should include the donation amount, a description of any goods or services provided to you in exchange for your donation and a statement that the remaining benefit you receive is an intangible religious one. If you do receive goods or services in the exchange, you must reduce your deduction by their value.

For more information about Church Giving: https://turbotax.intuit.com/tax-tools/tax-tips/Tax-Deductions-and-Credits/What-Percent-of-Church-Giv...



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