Am I able to write off my donation?

This is a common question that generally is not asked until it’s too late.  Many dollars have been lost because the necessary financial records required to qualify for such tax saving actions were not maintained and/or proper documentation was not provided at the time of donation.  To help you avoid losing out on these tax benefits, we have outlined some tips to help you capitalize on such a common, but often misunderstood tax shelter that makes a difference come tax time.