Maximize Your Charity Tax Deductions

We strictly adhere to IRS Publication 561 (Determining the Value of Donated Property). The IRS requires that you use "Fair Market Value" (FMV) for non-cash charitable contributions. This is defined as the price that property would sell for on the open market between a willing buyer and a willing seller.

Our database aggregates data from thrift shops, consignment stores, and online marketplaces to determine accurate, low-to-high value ranges for thousands of common items. When you log an item, we provide these values based on the condition (Good, Very Good, Excellent) you select, ensuring your deduction is compliant with IRS standards.

Generally, you can deduct charitable contributions of up to 60% of your Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) for cash donations, and up to 50% of your AGI for non-cash items (like clothing and household goods) to qualified organizations.

If your donations exceed these limits in a single year, the IRS allows you to "carry over" the excess deduction for up to five subsequent tax years. DeductibleDad tracks your total donation value so you can easily see where you stand relative to these limits.

Actually, using a detailed tracking tool like DeductibleDad can help protect you in the event of an audit. The most common reason charitable deductions are disallowed is lack of documentation.

The IRS requires specific records for all non-cash contributions. For deductions over $500, you must file Form 8283. Our Premium reports provide exactly the detailed itemization required for this form, including dates, charity names, item descriptions, and valuation methods. Having this level of organized detail shows the IRS that you are diligent and compliant.

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We also utilize secure authentication providers (like Google) so we never store your passwords directly on our servers. Your financial information is yours alone.

Absolutely not. Unlike many "free" financial tools, our business model is based on providing a valuable Premium service to our users, not on selling user data. We do not share, sell, or rent your personal information or donation history to third-party advertisers, data brokers, or other companies.

Yes! Our Premium export feature generates a comprehensive summary PDF and a detailed CSV file. The CSV file is formatted to be easily imported into major tax software like TurboTax, H&R Block, and TaxAct.

If you work with a CPA or tax professional, you can simply email them the PDF report. It contains all the line-item details they need to prepare your return accurately without them having to sort through a shoebox of receipts.

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You can even "Install" it to your home screen for one-tap access, just like a native app. This ensures you always have the latest version without waiting for updates.