This article was co-authored by Michael R. Lewis. Michael R. Lewis is a retired corporate executive, entrepreneur, and investment advisor in Texas. He has over 40 years of experience in business and finance, including as a Vice President for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas. He has a BBA in Industrial Management from the University of Texas at Austin.
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Because charitable donations are tax-deductible for the donor and reportable by the nonprofit organization, a donation receipt must include specific information about the value of the donation and what the donor received in return. The IRS provides guidelines for what should be included on these receipts, though not specific forms; if you have questions about the tax law, you should consult the IRS website or a tax attorney. Nonetheless, charities can create a simple donation receipt on the computer or by hand to issue to donors.