Publication 561 - Introductory Material
This publication is designed to help donors and appraisers determine the value of property (other than cash) that is given
to qualified
organizations. It also explains what kind of information you must have to support the charitable contribution deduction you
claim on your return.
This publication does not discuss how to figure the amount of your deduction for charitable contributions or written records
and substantiation
required. See Publication 526, Charitable Contributions, for this information.
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Useful Items - You may want to see:
Form (and Instructions)
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8282
Donee Information Return
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8283
Noncash Charitable Contributions
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8283-V
Payment Voucher for Filing Fee Under Section 170(f)(13)
See How To Get Tax Help, near the end of this publication, for information about getting these publications and forms.
