How 2025 Tax Donation Rules Work — And What Last-Minute Donors Should Know
Charitable tax deductions in 2025 follow pre-pandemic rules. Only itemizers qualify. Percentage caps limit how much counts. Documentation and timing are strict. Most donors give without seeing a federal tax benefit—not because they did anything wrong, but because the system is built that way.
How the New 2026 IRS Charitable Contribution Rules Work
Starting in 2026, charitable deductions work differently depending on how you file. Non-itemizers get a small above-the-line deduction, itemizers face a new minimum threshold, and high-income donors see a cap on tax value. The rules change incentives, not eligibility.