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Deduction

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March 3, 2020
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Each week I give can foods to my church. I have the store receipts. Must I do it by week? And is there deduction for foods?

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K

KarenJ2

Yes, if you are giving the food to a qualified charity such as a church, you can deduct the cost on your tax return. You can total the amount for the year.

Please note that the standard deduction has almost doubled in the last couple of years. You will get the higher of your standard deduction or your itemized deductions.

Please see below for the standard deductions for 2019:

Filing status

Single Standard Deduction is $12,200

Married filing joint Standard Deduction is $24,400

Married filing separately Standard Deduction is $12,200

Head of Household Standard Deduction is $18,350

There is an additional standard deduction for aged or blind - $1.300

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