Donating time/training for a library program

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January 14, 2024
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Hello,

I run a small art/craft business. I am donating time to a public library to teach a class on my art to the community. Normally, I charge to host these kinds of classes. Am I able to write off any of the expenses for doing this class for free? Materials, transportation costs, time/expertise, income I normally would have made, etc. ?

xmasbaby0

Employee

When you volunteer for a recognized charitable organization or non-profit, you can enter your expenses for mileage, materials, supplies, etc., but never anything for your time or expertise or income you "could" have earned. You are volunteering for a public library---not sure if that will even meet the criteria to be considered volunteering for a charity.

https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/credits-and-deductions/help/what-is-a-qualified-charitable-organization/00/26938

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