I have already filed for 2020 and discovered that I did make $650 in donations to charity. Does anyone know if we can claim the $300 credit in 21 for 20's tax return?

[trace-symonds]

The cares act provides a $300 credit if you do not itemize.  This year, the standard deduction was more than my itemizations so I looked for donations but forgot those I made through my paycheck.  I've already filed.  I know I can amend but not sure if the additional refund would be worth it.  Looking to see if we can carry over this credit to 2021?

[Bsch4477]

No, you can’t carry over the credit. FYI in 2021 the maximum donation goes up from $300 to $600 for married filing jointly. 

[DavidD66]

No, you can't claim 2020 deductions on your 2021 return.  If you did not itemize your deductions, and you made cash contributions to a qualified charity, then you can claim an above the line deduction of up to $300.  If you've already filed your return, then you will have to file an amended return to take the deduction.  To amend with TurboTax, see the following Help Article:

How to amend (change or correct) a return you already filed