Receipt Generator

The receipt must include the organization's name, the date of the donation, the amount (for cash) or a description (for non-cash gifts), and a statement indicating whether any goods or services were given in exchange. For gifts of $250 or more, this written acknowledgment is required before filing taxes.

Yes. If the organization failed to issue a receipt, you can use ReceiptEdit's donation receipt template to generate a properly formatted document. Fill in the nonprofit's legal name, EIN, your donation amount, and the date. For large deductions, it is best to also follow up with the organization directly for an official copy.

For donations under $250, a bank statement or canceled check showing the organization's name and amount may be sufficient. For $250 or more, the IRS specifically requires a written acknowledgment from the charity — a bank record alone does not qualify.

The receipt must state the fair market value of what was received (for example, the ticket value) and indicate that only the portion exceeding that value is tax-deductible. This is called a quid pro quo disclosure and is required when a single payment exceeds $75 and the donor received something in return.