Donations Overview
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Tax Deductible Donations

Indicate whether or not this line item is tax deductible. If someone asks you to "Cash a check"; the check is entered as a non-tax deductible item. If the "donation" is for payment of camp, a seminar, a dinner, or any thing else where the donor receives something or services; then the donation is non-tax deductible. For instance, a donor gives a $25 donation for which he receives a "complimentary book." The cost of the book must be deducted from the donation and recorded as non-tax deductible.  
 
Check with the IRS for the latest requirements.  

Bounced Checks (NSF)/Returned Checks

1.Recall the transaction containing the check in the Donation Entry program.  
2.If resubmitting the check, change the deposit number to the new deposit number.  
3.If NOT resubmitting the check, change the amounts to zero to maintain a record of the transaction or delete the transaction.  

Cash Donations NOT deposited to a bank account:

Cash received and not deposited to a bank account should be recorded on the Donation Entry screen. A bank account should be setup in the Bank Accounts program for "Cash on Hand" transactions. This will allow reconciliation of the cash on hand for proper accountability.