This free, printable non-cash contribution letter serves as both a form letter to donors and as a receipt for filing for tax deductions with the IRS. It explains the rules and guidelines for donating to the parish and what other steps must be taken with the government.
{Name of church or other charity}
{Address}
{City, State, Zip}
Non-Cash Gift Acknowledgement
{Date}
To:
{Name}
{Address}
{City, State, Zip}
Dear {Donor},
Thank you for your gift of {describe non-cash gift}.
Please accept this letter as a receipt for tax purposes.
Under IRS rules, the {type of charity}, has no power to appoint an amount to be added to your contribution record. Therefore, your contributions will not be reflected on your record, but you can use this verification letter as a receipt as part of the claim process via IRS forms allowing for "non-cash contributions."
If your gift is in excess of $500, you must procure IRS form 8283. For gifts valued at more than $5,000, an appraisal is required.
In exchange for this contribution, no goods or services have been provided. A tax deduction is allowed only if the {type of charity} has absolute administrative control of the donated item, and it must be used for the {type of charity}'s exempt purposes as it deems appropriate.
Please consult your accountant or tax professional for more information.
Sincerely,
{Name of person acting on behalf of charity}
