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Is a GoFundMe Donation Tax Deductible?
Short answer: Only if the campaign is run by a registered 501(c)(3) charity; gifts to individuals aren't deductible.
GoFundMe marks charity fundraisers separately from personal campaigns.
Records to keep: Keep receipts, statements (1098, 1098-T, 1099, W-2G), and a note of what each cost was for. Compare itemizing to the 2026 standard deduction before you claim.
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Only if the campaign is run by a registered 501(c)(3) charity; gifts to individuals aren't deductible.
BizWriteOffs provides educational information only and is not tax, legal, or accounting advice. Deductibility depends on your specific facts and records. Consult a qualified tax professional.
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Only if the campaign is run by a registered 501(c)(3) charity; gifts to individuals aren't deductible. GoFundMe marks charity fundraisers separately from personal campaigns.
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