Oregon Charitable Checkoff Donations
Oregon offers a charitable checkoff program that allows taxpayers to make donations to designated nonprofit organizations while filing their state income tax return. These donations are made directly through the Oregon Department of Revenue (DOR) and are eligible for a tax credit, reducing the taxpayer’s Oregon income tax liability.
How to Make a Charitable Checkoff Donation
- When filing your Oregon income tax return, you may choose to donate to one or more of the approved charitable organizations listed on Schedule OR-DONATE.
- Donations are made by checking the appropriate box and entering the desired amount on the form.
- Use uppercase letters and blue or black ink. Do not submit photocopies or use staples.
- Donations are limited to the amount of your Oregon tax liability. You cannot claim a deduction for a charitable contribution if you received an Oregon tax credit for it.
Eligible Charities
The Oregon Department of Revenue maintains a list of approved charities for the checkoff program. These include organizations such as:
- Oregon Head Start Association
- Other nonprofit cultural, educational, and community organizations (as listed in Schedule OR-DONATE)
For more information about specific charities, visit the Oregon Department of Revenue website and search for “charitable checkoffs.”
Important Notes
- Donations are considered a payment of Oregon income tax and are not deductible on your federal return if you claim them as a tax credit in Oregon.
- You may only claim a tax credit for donations made through the checkoff program, not for other charitable contributions unless specifically allowed.
- Ensure you print the form at actual size (100%) and follow all instructions on Schedule OR-DONATE.
Source:
Schedule OR-DONATE
Publication OR-17
Disclaimer: Always verify information with official Federal or State Department of Revenue Forms and Instructions before filing your return.