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posted Mar 26, 2022 10:45:09 AM

Can I claim childcare expenses from a church preschool for my 3 year old while I worked? I don't have a tax id number for the church...

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Level 15
Mar 26, 2022 10:52:48 AM

Ask the church for one--they surely have a Tax ID.   In order to get the childcare credit you must enter a Tax ID for the childcare provider.

Level 1
Mar 26, 2022 10:58:15 AM

Yes you need to ask the church for their tax ID.   Better yet, they should give you a receipt showing paid expense, address and tax ID.

Expert Alumni
Mar 26, 2022 11:02:27 AM

Yes, you can claim the childcare expenses paid to a church preschool.

Select Other >> Tax-exempt organization when you enter information about your care provider.