Tax Deduction Guide for Charitable Donations 2026

Tax deduction requirements: Donate to 501(c)(3) US or 80G India, keep receipts, itemize deductions, donate by Dec 31. Limits: 60% AGI for cash (US), 10-100% with 80G (India). Strategies: Donate appreciated stock, bunch donations, QCD from IRA (70.5+). Consult tax professional for optimization.