Not all qualified organizations are listed in EO Select Check (Pub.78 data). For example, churches,
synagogues, temples, and mosques are not required to apply to the IRS for recognition of exemption
in order to be qualified organizations and are frequently not listed. If you have questions, call
Customer Account Services at the above number.
If you want to learn more about a charity before donating your vehicle, use the resources listed
under Assistance Through the Charity, Through State Officials, and Through the IRS on page 8.
Qualifying for a Tax Deduction,
You can deduct contributions to charity only if you itemize deductions on your Schedule A
of Form 1040.
You must take into account certain limitations on charitable contribution deductions. For
example, your deduction cannot exceed 50% of your adjusted gross income. Other limitations
may apply. Publication 526, Charitable Contributions, provides detailed information on claiming
deductions and the deduction limits. It also describes the types of organizations that are qualified
to receive tax-deductible contributions. Publication 526 is available online at www.irs.gov or by
calling (800) 829-3676 (toll-free).
