Where do I enter expenses related to travel when officiating USA Swimming meets? I am not paid for officiating the meets.

[MargaretL · Accepted solution]

Yes - you can deduct your travel expenses as your charitable donations, since you are not being paid for officiating (USA Swimming is a qualified non-for-profit organization).

Most common expenses related to travel are allowed. Here is what the IRS defines as deductible travel expenses:

• Air, rail, and bus transportation,
• Out-of-pocket expenses for your car,
• Taxi fares or other costs of transportation between the airport or station and your hotel,
• Lodging costs, and
• The cost of meals.

Please be sure to keep detailed records regarding all expenses related to the trip.

In TurboTax, you may enter your mileage and travel expenses, out-of-pocket pocket expenses as follows:

1. Federal Taxes
2. Deductions & Credits
3. Charitable Donations, select Donations to Charity in 2016; once charity name is entered,  select Mileage and travel expenses; enter total cost for your travel.