Arizona
Charitable Tax Credit
Taxes can be complicated.
Making a difference in your community doesn’t have to be.
When you donate to Valley of the Sun United Way through the Arizona Charitable Tax Credit, you can get your donation amount back in your state taxes without needing to itemize your return!
The maximum credit donation amount for 2024:
$470 single, married filing separate or head of household; $938 married filing joint.*
The maximum credit donation amount for 2025:
$495 single, married filing separate or head of household; $987 married filing joint.*
*Valley of the Sun United Way is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, EIN #86-0104419. Arizona law makes available a Credit for Contributions to Qualifying Charitable Organizations (QCOs) for cash contributions to a QCO, which includes umbrella organizations. An umbrella organization is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization that acts as a conduit for donations on behalf of QCOs. Valley of the Sun United Way collects contributions eligible for the credit through its Arizona Charitable Tax Credit fund, and 100% of contributions to that fund are distributed to QCOs. To take advantage of this benefit with your donation to Valley of the Sun United Way, you must direct a portion or the entirety of your gift – up to $470 for individuals or up to $938 for couples filing jointly in 2024 or up to $495 for individuals or up to $987 for couples filing jointly in 2025 – to Valley of the Sun United Way’s Arizona Charitable Tax Credit fund by selecting that designation when completing your contribution. Valley of the Sun United Way is not a tax advisor, and accordingly, please contact a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific tax situation.
Your donation will build brighter futures for children like Mia, who, thanks to the generosity of leaders like you, is on her way to creating the life of her dreams.
When you give to Valley of the Sun United Way, your donation has the power to change lives in many ways. Here are a few examples:
Your $100 donation provides mentorship for three students to find education and employment opportunities.
Your $470 donation provides up to 2,000 meals for individuals facing food insecurity.
Your $938 donation provides one month of emergency shelter for a family of three.
“It’s like being reimbursed for doing something good for our neighbors in need.”
– Elizabeth L, Valley of the Sun United Way donor
FAQ’s
What’s the difference between a tax credit and a tax deduction?
Tax credits provide a dollar-for-dollar reduction of your income tax liability. Tax deductions lower your taxable income and are equal to a percentage of your marginal tax bracket. You cannot claim both a deduction and a credit for the same charitable contribution on your Arizona return.
Do I have to itemize deductions on my tax return to take advantage of this tax benefit?
Taxpayers do not have to itemize deductions to claim a credit for contributions to Qualifying Charitable Organizations (QCOs).
How does my gift to United Way qualify for the state tax credit?
Arizona law makes available a Credit for Contributions to QCOs for cash contributions to a QCO or an Umbrella Charitable Organization (UCO). A UCO is a charitable organization that collects donations on behalf of QCOs. Valley of the Sun United Way collects these contributions through its Arizona Charitable Tax Credit fund, and 100% of contributions to that fund are distributed to QCOs. To take advantage of this benefit with your donation to Valley of the Sun United Way, you must direct a portion of your gift – $470 for individuals and $938 for couples filing jointly in 2024 or $495 for individuals and $987 for couples filing jointly in 2025 – to Valley of the Sun United Way’s Arizona Charitable Tax Credit designation.
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Helps local food banks provide 260 meals for families experiencing hunger.
Provides high-quality children’s books for an entire classroom of young readers.
Supplies 20 much-need Heat Relief Kits and Snack Packs to those experiencing homelessness.
Matches a youth with an adult mentor who provides a trusting, safe, caring and stable relationship.
Engages a high school student in an internship, providing pathways to career success through skills training and meaningful work experiences.
