School donations and PTA
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Can You Write Off School Donations and PTA?
Short answer: Yes to a public school or a 501(c)(3) PTA; tuition and required fees are not donations.
Ask the PTA for its tax-exempt status.
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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School donations and PTA
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Other Expenses
Personal Tax Deductions
Yes to a public school or a 501(c)(3) PTA; tuition and required fees are not donations.
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.
Business justification
Yes to a public school or a 501(c)(3) PTA; tuition and required fees are not donations. Ask the PTA for its tax-exempt status.
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