Donated services or time
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Can You Write Off Donated Services or Time?
Short answer: No: you can't deduct the value of your time or services donated to a charity.
Out-of-pocket costs and 14¢ per charity mile are deductible if you itemize.
Records to keep: Keep receipts or invoices, proof of payment, and a note of the business purpose for each expense.
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Donated services or time
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General Business
Other Expenses
Tax Write-Off Rules
No: you can't deduct the value of your time or services donated to a charity.
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
No: you can't deduct the value of your time or services donated to a charity. Out-of-pocket costs and 14¢ per charity mile are deductible if you itemize.
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