Your gift provides resources like housing, job training, and healthcare to families living in Southern Arizona facing hardship, helping them rebuild their lives.
Join a movement that tackles root causes, ensuring long-term positive change for future generations in our region.
Your donation stays in Southern Arizona, funding education, healthcare, and financial stability programs that uplift the entire community.
IF YOU’VE CLAIMED ONE OR TWO TAX CREDITS IN THE PAST,
check out the “Maximize the Tax Credit Opportunity” on PAGE 7 for a quick review of the four credits available.
IF TAX CREDIT GIVING IS NEW TO YOU,
start with the article on PAGE 9.
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A LOT OF QUALIFIED CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS (QCOs
Check out the list of categories on PAGE 14 to help you find an organization that connects.
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At Frontdoors Media, we’re proud to be your go-to source for all things philanthropy in our community. As tax season nears, many of you are considering how best to optimize your tax situation while making a positive difference in Arizona. Luckily, our state offers some of the most generous charitable tax credit programs in the country, allowing you to direct your tax dollars to the causes that matter most to you — at no extra cost.
With options like the Qualified Charitable Organization (QCO) tax credit, where a married couple can claim up to $938, you have the opportunity to support nonprofits, foster care organizations, schools and tuition organizations across the state. And the best part? Each credit is separate, so you can maximize your giving across multiple categories.
We’ve organized the qualified organizations into easy-to-read sections, and all are vetted and approved by the Arizona Department of Revenue. Take this guide to your next tax appointment, and use the worksheet on the back cover as a handy checklist for claiming your credits.
Now more than ever, Arizona nonprofits and schools need our support. Let’s work together to make a meaningful difference in our community.
Thank you for being a part of this effort!
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Andrea Tyler Evans, Publisher Karen Werner, Editor in Chief
Karen Werner, Editor in Chief
Andrea Tyler Evans, Publisher
ARIZONA TAX CREDIT Giving Guide 2024-25
published by FRONTDOORS MEDIA
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Tax Credit Contributions CONTINUE TO BOOST ARIZONA NONPROFITS
By Tom Evans
Tax credit contributions — donations that provide revenue to nonprofits while giving donors a break on state income taxes — continue to be the fuel that powers many Arizona nonprofits and helps them achieve their missions.
Tax credit contributions continue to be a vital funding source for many Arizona nonprofits — and an excellent way for Arizona residents to make a tangible difference in their communities.
Arizona law allows taxpayers to donate to a qualified charity or tuition organization and get a dollar-fordollar reduction on state income taxes. Over time, these contributions have become increasingly popular for residents and beneficial for nonprofits.
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The State of Arizona allows these tax credits when donors give to qualified organizations in these categories:
• Arizona Qualifying Charitable Organizations, which provide basic needs to qualifying low-income families and individuals, the chronically ill and disabled. Limits are $470 for individuals and $938 for married couples for tax year 2024 and $495 for individuals and $987 for married couples for the 2025 tax year.
• Qualifying Foster Care Organizations, with limits of $587 for individuals and $1,173 for married couples for tax year 2024 and $618 for individuals and $1,234 for married couples for the 2025 tax year.
• Public School Tax Credit Organizations, with limits of $200 for individuals and $400 for married couples.
• Private School Tuition Organizations for Individuals, with limits of $731 for individuals and $1,459 for married couples for the 2024 tax year and $769 for individuals and $1,535 for married couples for the 2025 tax year.
• Certified School Tuition Organizations (also known as the “Switcher” Individual Tax Credit, this credit is only available if you’ve already maxed out the Private School Tuition Organization credit). Limits are $728 for individuals and $1,451 for married couples in 2024, and $766 for individuals and $1,527 for married couples in 2025.
• Private School Tuition Organizations for Corporations: C-Corporations, S-Corporations, LLCs and insurance companies can qualify for
Photos courtesy of (clockwise from top left) Teen Lifeline, Children’s Cancer Network, Amistades, Inc., United Way of Tucson and Southern Arizona
two types of credits. The first one is the Corporate Contributions to School Tuition Organizations, which supports low-income students in private schools. The full name of the second credit is Corporate Contributions to School Tuition Organizations for Displaced Students or Students with Disabilities.
Arizona law allows contributions to be counted for the 2024 tax year all the way up to April 15, 2025.
Brenda Blunt, a partner with Eide Bailly LLP, said that other than the dollar amounts, there have been no major changes this tax year to what’s become an increasingly popular way to give back.
“It remains a great way to support schools, access to private schools and charities serving our neediest populations in a tax-efficient way,” she said. “I work with a number of private schools that have been able to attract a greater diversity of students, enriching the education process of all their students. I also work with numerous charities that are able to expand their
programs to help people enjoy a full and productive life because of the tax credit dollars they attract.”
Tony Penn, President & CEO of United Way of Tucson and Southern Arizona, which is an umbrella organization for tax credit charities, said the contributions from tax credits are critical to the success of our communities and a great way for people to support worthy causes.
“The Arizona Charitable Tax Credit offers a wonderful opportunity for individuals to give back to their community while receiving a dollar-for-dollar credit on their taxes,” he said. “This initiative empowers more people to contribute to the well-being of their community, helping to create a vibrant future for Arizona.”
For a complete list of qualifying charitable organizations and qualifying foster care organizations, visit azdor.gov/tax-credits/contributions-qcos-and-qfcos Organizations are also added on an ongoing basis, so it may be worth your time to check back before year-end and again before April 15, 2025 — the last day 2024 tax credit contributions can be made.
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WHAT IS AN UMBRELLA ORGANIZATION?
Some charities under the Arizona Qualified Charity Tax Credit have a slightly different designation as “umbrella organizations.” They are eligible for contributions of $470 per person and $938 per couple as well, but are listed differently on the State of Arizona’s website.
For example, Executive Council Charities, Valley of the Sun United Way and other United Way organizations across the state are considered umbrella organizations because they may receive tax credit contributions and distribute them to other nonprofit partners in the community.
REMINDER!
Use the Tax Credit Worksheet on the last page to take notes and record the Umbrella tax code for the charities you choose. You can choose more than one!
Umbrella Organizations
UNITED WAY OF TUCSON AND SOUTHERN ARIZONA
Building a thriving community by uniting people, ideas and resources.
At United Way of Tucson and Southern Arizona, we believe everyone deserves a chance to thrive. By connecting one in three people to essential services, we tackle today’s toughest challenges. Take advantage of the 2024 tax break before the end of the year! United Way of Tucson is a qualifying organization for the Arizona Charitable Tax Credit, which provides a dollar-for-dollar tax credit of up to $470/individual or $938/couple. This only applies when donating to the Helping the Working Poor Fund, which supports job-skills training, affordable childcare, educational opportunities, emergency services and more for the working poor in our community.
UnitedWayTucson.org
Tax Code 20726
Qualified Charitable Organizations
$470 per Individual / $938 per Married Couple
Arizona Department of Revenue Form 321 Required
WHAT IS A QUALIFIED CHARITABLE ORGANIZATION (QCO)?
Per the Arizona Department of Revenue, a QCO provides immediate basic needs to residents of Arizona who receive temporary assistance for needy families (TANF) benefits, are lowincome residents of Arizona, or are individuals who have a chronic illness or physical disability.
A QCO must meet ALL of the following provisions:
• Is exempt from federal income taxes under Section 501(c)(3), or is a designated community action agency that receives community services block grant program monies pursuant to 42 United States Code Section 9901.
• Provides services that meet immediate basic needs.
• Serves Arizona residents who receive temporary assistance for needy families (TANF) benefits, are low-income residents whose household income is less than 150% of the federal poverty level, or are chronically ill or physically disabled individuals.
• Spends at least 50% of its budget on qualified services to qualified Arizona residents.
• Affirms that it will continue spending at least 50% of its budget on qualified services to qualified Arizona residents.
The QCO organizations listed in the Arizona Tax Credit Giving Guide have chosen the following categories to best describe the programs they offer the community:
- CANCER SUPPORT [ pg. 15 ]
- FAMILY ASSISTANCE [ pg. 16 ]
- FOOD BANK [ pg. 17 ]
- HEALTHCARE [ pg. 18 ]
- HOUSING SUPPORT [ pg. 20 ]
- LEGAL SERVICES [ pg. 21 ]
- SOCIAL SERVICES [ pg. 21 ]
- SPECIAL NEEDS [ pg. 24 ]
- THERAPEUTIC SERVICES [ pg. 25 ]
- YOUTH DEVELOPMENT [ pg. 25 ]
REMINDER!
Use the Tax Credit Worksheet on the back cover to take notes and record the QCO code for the charities you choose. You can choose more than one!
ARIZONA CANCER FOUNDATION FOR CHILDREN
The mission of Arizona Cancer Foundation for Children is to provide social, emotional and financial support to families managing the health and well-being of a child diagnosed with cancer.
Arizona Cancer Foundation for Children offers a supportive, caring environment where children battling cancer can still be kids. Since its founding, ACFC has helped over 10,000 individuals impacted by pediatric cancer across the state — many who would otherwise face isolation and uncertainty. In Pima County alone, ACFC supports more than 200 families each year. ACFC provides direct financial assistance to families in need, along with distributing food and essential household items to those struggling with food insecurity and economic hardship. ACFC’s wide range of services includes individual and family counseling, K9 therapy, family events, and toys for children.
azcancerfoundation.org
Tax Code 20873
ARIZONA FOUNDATION FOR CANCER
Arizona Foundation for Cancer is dedicated to promoting health, healing and survivorship through programs and services as patients navigate their cancer journey.
Arizona Foundation for Cancer provides services such as education, integrative therapies, breast prostheses, wigs and head coverings, support groups, nutrition counseling and gas cards, to name a few. Our programs and services are designed to help reduce stress, reduce pain, improve self-image and promote wellness.
azforcancer.org
Tax Code 22419
CHILDREN’S CANCER NETWORK
Children’s Cancer Network supports children and families throughout their cancer journey with programs that provide financial assistance, psychosocial support and encourage healthy lifestyles and create an awareness of issues related to childhood cancer.
Children’s Cancer Network programs provide vital support to children with cancer and their families, offering emotional, financial and educational resources. These programs help families navigate the challenges of cancer treatment by providing assistance such as gas cards, meal vouchers, counseling and emergency funds. Through peer support groups, family events and educational workshops, CCN fosters a sense of community, reduces isolation and empowers families to cope with the emotional and practical demands of childhood cancer.
childrenscancernetwork.org
Tax Code 20176
CHRIST CHILD SOCIETY OF TUCSON
The Christ Child Society of Tucson is a nonprofit association of volunteers whose mission is to serve God’s children in need, regardless of race or creed. Working through community partners, we provide layettes (diapers, clothing, blankets and toys) for mothers of newborns. We provide foster teens with basic hygiene needs (socks, underwear, hygiene products, blanket and daily devotional) after they are displaced from their homes. Through donations, we help over 600 moms and 750 foster teens each year.
christchildtucson.org
Tax Code 22131
MILITARY ASSISTANCE MISSION
Military Assistance Mission provides financial assistance and morale aid to Arizona military, their families and our wounded heroes.
Military Assistance Mission is a nonprofit that offers a financial assistance program that covers food, rent, mortgage, auto payments, utilities and auto insurance. MAM’s education assistance programs help service members and spouses with school expenses like textbooks, invoices, dorm/school living and parking fees. Additionally, MAM organizes morale-boosting family events, such as baby showers, holiday programs and tickets to sporting events.
azmam.org
Tax Code 20118
CARING MINISTRIES
We support local communities by providing food, clothing and other resources while sharing the love and salvation of Jesus Christ to everyone we serve.
Caring Ministries is a nonprofit ministry serving Tucson and the surrounding areas. It’s our vision that everyone in Southern Arizona has the opportunity to be loved and live healthy lives. Our network of partners provides sites for food distribution to those in need. Last year alone, we distributed 116,628 boxes of food, totaling nearly 4 million pounds of food. Through the support of our volunteers, partners and donors, we work to restore lives and build stronger communities.
wearecaring.org
Tax Code 20319
Tax Code 20927 FOOD
HEALTHCARE
MIDWEST FOOD BANK, ARIZONA DIVISION
As a faith-based organization, Midwest Food Bank aims to share the love of Christ by alleviating hunger and malnutrition locally and throughout the world and providing disaster relief, all without discrimination.
The Arizona Division of Midwest Food Bank distributes over $60 million in food and supplies annually. Midwest Food Bank provides weekend backpack meals to students, snack packs for homeless individuals and protein-rich meals for disaster relief. Every dollar contribution yields $30 worth of food and supplies for those facing food insecurity. And over 99 cents of every dollar you donate will go directly toward providing food to people in need.
arizona.midwestfoodbank.org
ALS ARIZONA
Advocating for a cure and supporting individuals with ALS to embrace life to the fullest.
ALS Arizona symbolizes the hopes of people everywhere that Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis will one day be a disease of the past, conquered by the dedication of thousands who have worked ceaselessly to understand and eradicate it. Until that day comes, ALS Arizona relentlessly pursues its mission to help people living with ALS and to leave no stone unturned in the search for a cure for this progressive neurodegenerative disease. ALS is relentless, but so are WE!
alsaz.org
Tax Code 20693
GRACE HEARING CENTER
Providing hearing healthcare and hearing aids to the underserved and underinsured.
Grace Hearing Center delivers the gift of hearing to underserved men, women and children in the greater Tucson area. Through community outreach and the dedication of our three part-time staff members, we operate on a modest budget, relying heavily on donated hearing aids. However, we still face essential costs such as rent, communications, website maintenance and staff salaries to sustain our mission of providing accessible hearing healthcare. Grace Hearing Center operates on kindness from donors like you. Join us in helping more people hear the world around them.
gracehearing.org
Tax Code 20897
HEALING ARIZONA VETERANS
Healing Arizona Veterans sponsors treatment for military veterans with wartime Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Treatment utilizes Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) at private facilities.
Healing Arizona Veterans uses donations to sponsor the treatment of military veterans suffering from wartime TBI and PTSD. The treatment utilizes Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy at private facilities. These veterans’ evaluations and treatments are covered by HAV, a grassroots all-volunteer nonprofit. HAV receives donations to cover the costs of this critical, life-changing care at a time when veterans need it most but can least afford it. Qualified veterans receive treatment at private facilities across Arizona.
healingarizonaveterans.org
Tax Code 22353
HOUSING
SOUTHERN ARIZONA AIDS FOUNDATION
The Southern Arizona AIDS Foundation is dedicated to promoting health, well-being and social justice for individuals living with HIV, LGBTQ+ communities and other marginalized groups.
SAAF offers a wide range of services, including HIV prevention, care and support, as well as housing assistance, primary and mental health services, youth programs and resources for LGBTQ+ individuals. The organization also engages in community education and outreach, aiming to reduce stigma and provide essential resources to those in need throughout Southern Arizona.
Your generous contributions help the Southern Arizona AIDS Foundation further this vital work in our community.
saaf.org
Tax Code 20305
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY TUCSON
People in Tucson and all over Southern Arizona partner with Habitat for Humanity to build or improve a place to call home.
We believe that ... Everyone deserves a decent place to live.
A home shouldn’t cost more than ⅓ of your pay.
Strong and stable homes build strong and stable communities.
Together, we create long-lasting, sustainable change at every level.
habitattucson.org
Tax Code 20376
ARIZONA JUSTICE PROJECT
We seek justice for the innocent, the wrongfully imprisoned and those who have suffered manifest injustice under Arizona’s criminal justice system.
The Arizona Justice Project is the only nonprofit organization in Arizona dedicated to helping those who have been wrongfully convicted or who have suffered manifest injustice regain their freedom. Over the past 26 years, the AJP has helped 51 individuals regain their freedom and has been involved in several court cases that have had a positive impact for numerous incarcerated individuals. Many of these individuals spent decades in prison, away from their families and communities. Along with providing free post-conviction legal representation, AJP also assists clients with reentry, providing support for housing, work, education, access to healthcare and other benefits.
azjusticeproject.org
Tax Code 20725
AMISTADES, INC.
Amistades is a Latino-led, Latino-serving nonprofit committed to race and equity issues in Southern Arizona through the provision of culturally responsive services, advocacy for social justice and community empowerment.
Amistades recognizes the invaluable role that donors play in the long-term viability of every nonprofit. Cash and in-kind support directed to the programs at the heart of the Amistades mission are integral in advancing the organization. Donor relationships are centered on ongoing institutional knowledge and involvement. Amistades prides itself on its strong, sustainable relationships with funding partners. Donors can expect to be kept informed of the organization’s use of donated dollars and can always trust that their donation will be handled with respect and confidentiality. Amistades will leverage every dollar donated to create collective impact.
amistades.org
Tax Code 21985
ARIZONA BURN FOUNDATION
Our mission is to improve the quality of life for burn survivors and their families in Arizona, while promoting burn prevention advocacy and education.
Survivors rely on medical professionals, emotional support staff, families and friends. That’s why Arizona Burn Foundation offers compassionate services that bring all parties together through a comprehensive continuum of care.
Arizona Burn Foundation has been serving the Grand Canyon State and its residents since 1967, providing education, emotional support, financial assistance and leadership development programs to help those who’ve encountered the devastating effects of burn injuries. From the time of a survivor’s injury through the rest of their life, Arizona Burn Foundation supports burn survivors and their families. We bring them through recovery until they no longer identify as a victim, but instead as a human being of intrinsic value and worth.
azburn.org
Tax Code 20667
EAGLES WINGS OF GRACE
Eagles Wings of Grace is a faith-based nonprofit with the vision to empower women in our community.
The funds we receive from Arizona tax credit contributions help our ministry by providing much-needed funds to provide new items to our clients, such as undergarments, makeup and toiletries.
eagleswingsofgrace.org
Tax Code 20259
EASTERSEALS BLAKE FOUNDATION
Easterseals Blake Foundation is dedicated to the vision of a Southern Arizona community where all people live healthy, productive and independent lives.
EBF serves more than 40,000 individuals and families across 10 counties of Southern Arizona. Donations to our agency directly benefit individuals with disabilities and children & adults receiving behavioral health services. easterseals.com/blakefoundation
Tax Code 22058
THE SALVATION ARMY TUCSON
The Salvation Army has been helping our neighbors in need in greater Tucson overcome poverty, addiction and economic hardships through a range of social services for over 100 years.
Your generous tax credit contributions provide food for the hungry, shelter and clothing for the homeless, rent and utilities assistance, disaster relief, respite from extreme temperatures, senior activity and outreach, adult rehabilitation, skills training, opportunities for under-resourced children, holiday joy, and emotional and spiritual support — “Doing the Most Good” for over 22,000 people annually in greater Tucson. The Salvation Army ranks #6 on Forbes’ latest list of America’s Top 100 Charities. SalvationArmyTucson.org
Tax Code 20675
TEEN LIFELINE
Teen Lifeline provides hope for teens who are in crisis or considering suicide through its peer-to-peer crisis hotline, school outreach and suicide prevention training for parents, teachers and community members.
Donations to Teen Lifeline enable life-saving connections to hope 24/7/365 for troubled teenagers who want to talk about their problems or thoughts of suicide.
Contributions provide:
- Training for volunteer teen peer counselors to answer calls and texts to the confidential Teen Lifeline peer-to-peer hotline.
- Training for parents, teachers and community members to prevent teen suicide.
- Outreach to schools to enhance teenagers’ resilience and understanding of suicide prevention.
TeenLifeline.org
Tax Code 20695
PAWSITIVE FRIENDSHIPS
We assist individuals with special needs in developing their skills through adaptive activities and interaction with pets.
Pawsitive Friendships is an organization that assists individuals with special needs by incorporating pets into adaptive activities. Our approach extends beyond just providing companionship and instead focuses on personal development, building confidence and creating new opportunities by utilizing the unique bond between people and pets.
Our program helps improve skill development in various areas, such as motor skills, emotional regulation, social participation, executive functioning, planning, communication and more. Pets play a crucial role in catalyzing these improvements.
pawsitivefriendships.org
Tax Code 20861
EASTERSEALS BLAKE FOUNDATION
Easterseals Blake Foundation is dedicated to the vision of a Southern Arizona community where all people live healthy, productive and independent lives.
EBF serves more than 40,000 individuals and families across 10 counties of Southern Arizona. Donations to our agency directly benefit individuals with disabilities and children & adults receiving behavioral health services. easterseals.com/blakefoundation
Tax Code 22058
GABRIEL’S ANGELS
Nurturing youth and their well-being by connecting them with the healing power of pets and compassionate adults.
Gabriel’s Angels currently serves over 200 kids and teens in Southern Arizona with resilience-building pet therapy programs each year, and they’re on a mission to reach even more in these communities! All of Gabriel’s Angels pet therapy programs are provided free of charge to schools, shelters and other youth-serving organizations to ensure that youth receive the support they need, regardless of their families’ economic circumstances. With the unconditional love of therapy pets to help guide the way, youth enjoy learning the nuances of teamwork, forming healthy relationships, regulating emotions, practicing attunement, treating others with kindness, celebrating differences and respecting others. gabrielsangels.org
Tax Code 20449
MAKE WAY FOR BOOKS
Make Way for Books empowers parents, caregivers and educators in under-resourced communities throughout the state with the tools they need to nurture each child’s development, learning and love of reading.
Education is a powerful tool to advance our community. When you support Make Way for Books, you are helping Arizona’s kids build foundational language and literacy skills to ensure lifelong learning. We proudly serve over 30,000 children (birth to 5), parents and educators annually through our free language and literacy programs. Your contribution comes with a tax credit, so you can significantly impact children’s education while reducing your tax burden. Partner with us today, and let’s ensure all of Arizona’s kids are set up for success!
makewayforbooks.org
Tax Code 20166
PAWSITIVE FRIENDSHIPS
We assist individuals with special needs in developing their skills through adaptive activities and interaction with pets.
Pawsitive Friendships is an organization that assists individuals with special needs by incorporating pets into adaptive activities. Our approach extends beyond just providing companionship and instead focuses on personal development, building confidence and creating new opportunities by utilizing the unique bond between people and pets.
Our program helps improve skill development in various areas, such as motor skills, emotional regulation, social participation, executive functioning, planning, communication and more. Pets play a crucial role in catalyzing these improvements.
pawsitivefriendships.org
Tax Code 20861
YOUTH ON THEIR OWN
Youth On Their Own (YOTO) supports the high school graduation and continued success of youth experiencing homelessness.
YOTO helps young people graduate from high school and pursue their dreams by providing financial, material and motivational support. Serving more than 1,600 youth across Pima County annually, YOTO has an 93% graduation rate! Your tax credit donation helps build a brighter future for youth in our community.
yoto.org
Tax Code: 20365
Qualified Foster Care Organizations
$587 per Individual / $1,173 per Married Couple
Arizona Department of Revenue Form 352 Required
WHAT IS A QUALIFIED CHARITABLE ORGANIZATION (QCO)?
Per the Arizona Department of Revenue, a QFCO provides immediate basic needs to residents of Arizona who receive temporary assistance for needy families (TANF) benefits, are low-income residents of Arizona, or are individuals who have a chronic illness or physical disability, and provide immediate basic needs to at least 200 qualifying individuals in the foster care system.
A QFCO must meet ALL of the following provisions:
• Is exempt from federal income taxes under Section 501(c)(3) or is a designated community action agency that receives community services block grant program monies pursuant to 42 United States Code Section 9901.
• Provides services that meet immediate basic needs.
• Serves Arizona residents who receive temporary assistance for needy families (TANF) benefits, are low-income residents whose household income is less than 150% of the federal poverty level, or are chronically ill or physically disabled individuals.
• Spends at least 50% of its budget on qualified services to qualified Arizona residents.
• Affirms that it will continue spending at least 50% of its budget on qualified services to qualified Arizona residents.
• Provides ongoing services to at least 200 qualified individuals in the foster care system.
• Spends at least 50% of its budget on ongoing services to qualified individuals in the foster care system.
REMINDER!
Use the Tax Credit Worksheet on the back cover to take notes and record the QFCO code for the charities you choose. You can choose more than one!
ARIZONA BAPTIST CHILDREN’S SERVICES & FAMILY MINISTRIES
Arizona Baptist Children’s Services & Family Ministries aims to provide hope and care to hurting children and families through Christ-centered ministries.
ABCS is a faith-based nonprofit social service ministry founded in 1960 as a home for displaced children. Over 60 years later, seven ministries serve the full spectrum of Arizona families, from unborn babies to senior adults. Families today face a multitude of challenges that can sometimes be overwhelming. ABCS focuses on providing practical help to meet the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of each person we serve. Together, through the support of donors and partners, we are strengthening communities across Arizona.
abcs.org
Tax Code 10007
ARIZONA FRIENDS OF FOSTER CHILDREN FOUNDATION
Arizona Friends of Foster Children Foundation creates opportunities to build self-esteem and empower children and youth in foster care by funding services to enrich their life experiences and ensure their successful transition to adulthood.
Being removed from home is a traumatic experience that changes the trajectory of a young person’s life. Founded in 1984, Arizona Friends of Foster Children Foundation works to help children and youth in foster care enjoy typical childhood experiences (Childhood Activities), achieve self-sufficiency and tap into their potential (Keys to Success) and get to and stay in college (Post-Secondary Programs). Your foster care tax credit donation can change the story of young people in foster care and let them know that someone believes in them and wants to invest in their dreams!
affcf.org
Tax Code 10023
ARIZONA HELPING HANDS IS NOW THE FOSTER ALLIANCE
As the largest provider of essential needs for the foster community in Arizona, The Foster Alliance supplies brand-new beds, clothing, shoes, personal care items and more to foster children and the wonderful people who open their homes to them. Today, 35 Arizonans will receive a phone call asking to open their homes to children in need of safety, above all else. The Foster Alliance exists to make it easier for them to say “Yes.” Last year, we showed up more than 19,000 times when foster children needed things like beds, cribs, shoes, clothing, diapers, pull-ups and wipes. These gifts keep siblings together and allow families to pay the rent without thinking twice. With 12,000+ children in state and tribal foster care, there are 12,000 reasons to lend a hand.
thefosteralliance.org
Tax Code 10003
AVIVA CHILDREN’S SERVICES
Aviva Children’s Services changes the lives of more than 3,700 children in foster care each year by providing emergency resources, ongoing family support and comprehensive behavioral health services.
Donations made to Aviva Children’s Services will go directly to our community resource closet that provides basic necessities, like clothing, diapers and school supplies to children in foster care.
avivatucson.org
Tax Code 10022
Public & Charter Schools
$200 per Individual / $400 per Married Couple
Arizona Department of Revenue Form 352 Required
HOW DO PUBLIC SCHOOL TAX CREDITS WORK?
Per the Arizona Department of Revenue, an individual may claim a nonrefundable tax credit for making contributions or paying fees directly to a public school in this state for support of eligible activities, programs or purposes as defined by statute.
For the purpose of claiming Arizona’s tax credit for contributions made or certain fees paid to a public school, the Arizona Department of Revenue now requires taxpayers report the school’s nine-digit CTDS number on Form 322, which is included with the Arizona income tax return. CTDS stands for County code, Type code, and District code and Site number.
All Arizona public and charter schools qualify for this credit.
REMINDER!
Use the Tax Credit Worksheet on the back cover to take notes and record the Public School code for the schools you choose. You can choose more than one!
BASIS CHARTER SCHOOLS
BASIS Charter Schools are tuition-free public charter schools. With our accelerated curriculum, well-balanced variety of courses, and strong student support system, we empower students to achieve at globally competitive levels.
Your donation will be used to benefit extracurricular programs at BASIS Charter Schools, allowing students more opportunities to learn and grow. We believe that extracurricular programs are essential to a well-rounded school experience. By donating to our schools, you are supporting students’ interests outside the classroom in areas such as athletics, fine arts, student clubs, social-emotional programs, field trips and more.
enrollBASIS.com
Private School Tuition
$731 per Individual / $1,459 per Married Couple
School Tuition Organization
$728 per Individual / $1,451 per Married Couple
Arizona Department of Revenue Form 323 & Form 348 Required
HOW DO PRIVATE SCHOOL TUITION AND SCHOOL TUITION ORGANIZATION TAX CREDITS WORK?
Per the Arizona Department of Revenue, an individual may claim a nonrefundable tax credit for contributions to Arizona State Certified Private School Tuition Organizations that provide tuition scholarships to students attending K-12 Arizona private schools.
Individual taxpayers (single, head of household and married filing separately) will claim the first $731 of their donations on Form 323. Once that contribution is made, taxpayers are eligible to also give to the School Tuition Organization Tax Credit, up to $728 for individuals, using form 348.
Married taxpayers filing jointly will claim the first $1,459 of their donations on Form 323. Once that contribution is made, married taxpayers may claim the School Tuition Organization Tax Credit for another $1,451 on Form 348.
Arizona corporations and insurance companies who pay premium taxes in Arizona are also eligible to make School Tuition Organization Tax Credit donations. Contact your preferred School Tuition Organization for more information.
NOTICE:
A school tuition organization cannot award, restrict or reserve scholarships solely on the basis of donor recommendation. A taxpayer may not claim a tax credit if the taxpayer agrees to swap donations with another taxpayer to benefit either taxpayer’s own dependent.
REMINDER!
Use the Tax Credit Worksheet on the back cover to take notes and record the School Tuition Organization code for the schools you choose. You can choose more than one!
ACADEMIC OPPORTUNITY OF ARIZONA
We’re on a mission to provide life-changing opportunities for children with disabilities and low-income hardships throughout Arizona.
Academic Opportunity of Arizona provides educational funding to qualifying children attending more than 85 private schools across the state. They prioritize disabled students, those living with low-income hardships and recommendations from donors like you. Partnerships with Special Olympics Arizona and the Arizona Science Center allow AOA to extend support outside of the classroom with their AOA360 program. When you donate to AOA, you receive the dollar-for-dollar credit, but most importantly, you nurture student potential and help create a brighter future for all of Arizona.
AOA360.org
SCHOOL TUITION ORGANIZATION 4 KIDZ
STO4KIDZ empowers families to enroll their children in schools that best fit their needs to reach their full potential. Changing lives, one scholarship at a time, through Arizona Individual and Corporate Tuition Tax Credits.
Thanks to our generous donors, STO4KIDZ has awarded scholarships to 4,000 students over the six years since our launch, while also offering free tutoring, backpack drives and support for foster children — ensuring every child has access to quality education.
Together, STO4KIDZ and Arizona taxpayers are investing in the next generation to uplift communities!
STO4KIDZ.org
In the same year, you can take advantage of all four tax credits: the Qualified Charitable Tax Credit, the Qualified Foster Care Tax Credit, the Public School Tuition Tax Credit and the School Tuition Organization Tax Credits. To download and print this worksheet, go to
Charitable Organization
School Tuition Organization IF you give to Private School Tuition Organization, you may ALSO donate to:
