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cooknj
June 5, 2019
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Can I claim expenses related to being a volunteer coach for my daughters high school softball team?

  • June 5, 2019
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I do not get paid for being the assistant softball coach, however I do have to purchase uniform to wear during games and travel among other things that I have done for the team...time put into working the field, keeping the grounds etc.
Best answer by Bsch4477

To be deductible, volunteer expenses must be:

  • unreimbursed by the charity for which the volunteer services are performed
  • directly connected with the volunteer services
  • incurred only because of the volunteer services, and
  • not personal, living, or family expenses.
Time put in is not deductible.

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Bsch4477Answer
Employee
June 5, 2019

To be deductible, volunteer expenses must be:

  • unreimbursed by the charity for which the volunteer services are performed
  • directly connected with the volunteer services
  • incurred only because of the volunteer services, and
  • not personal, living, or family expenses.
Time put in is not deductible.
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bmills-quantumtm
February 17, 2025

Does the supple team have to be a 501(c)(3) in order to claim this deductions

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MindyB
February 17, 2025

Yes, @bmills-quantumtm, the team needs to be  501(c)(3) in order to claim charitable contributions in connection with coaching expenses.

 

Here is some additional information you may find helpful: Tax Tips for Coaches

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