In 1982 the Idaho Legislature enacted House Bill 608. This Act created Section 63-3029(c) of the Idaho Code providing that a donation to the Idaho Youth Ranch (either cash or the fair market value of a non-cash gift) is not only deductible on both state and federal tax returns, but qualifies the donor for a 50% Tax Credit.
A deduction reduces your total income subject to taxation.
A credit reduces the actual taxes.
A gift to the Idaho Youth Ranch entitles you to both!
Example: A couple in 28% bracket, filing a joint return, gives $400 to IYR.
Mostpeople know they’re entitled to a tax deduction when donating used items to charities. Deciding how much to deduct is often the problem. The IRS guideline is "Fair Market Value" (the price you, an informed and willing seller, would get if you sold the item to an informed and willing buyer). The donor, not the Idaho Youth Ranch, establishes the actual value claimed for an item.
The Idaho Youth Ranch accepts many items through its large chain of thrift stores. We also accept vehicles, motorcycles, boats and recreational vehicles, houses and real property. As a licensed Idaho used car dealer, the Idaho Youth Ranch is able to resell these types of items.
The IRS requires donors to complete Form 8283 if the claimed value of the donated property exceeds $500. This form calls for an explanation of how the fair market value was established (depreciation, ‘going rate’, appraisal, etc.) An independent appraisal must be obtained for gifts valued in excess of $5,000. The Idaho Youth Ranch will assist donors in obtaining such appraisals and will maintain records of such gifts. The IRS Form 8283 is available from the Idaho Youth Ranch, from your tax preparer, or by clicking on the link above.
A donation of your company’s product to the Idaho Youth Ranch may entitle you to take:
Manufacturers may actually reduce their taxes by more than their costs of production!