Give your Arizona Tax Credit
Save up to $987 on your taxes--give a donation and get it back
Your donation to AZCEND helps people struggling with hunger, poverty and homelessness. It fills food boxes, delivers meals to seniors, keeps families housed, provides safe shelter and more. Your gift changes lives.
Donations to AZCEND can actually reduce the amount you already pay in taxes. The state of Arizona offers a dollar-for-dollar credit up to $495 for single taxpayers and $987 for couples filing jointly.
How tax credits work
Steps to claim your dollar-for-dollar tax credit:
1. Give a donation to AZCEND
2. Claim your credit when you file your Arizona state taxes
3. Get your money back as a credit that lowers the amount of taxes you already pay OR as a refund up to $987
Maximum amounts
The maximum credit donation amount for 2025 is $495 for single taxpayers and $987 for married couples filing jointly.
The maximum credit donation amount for 2026 is $506 for single taxpayers and $1,009 for married couples filing jointly.
Frequently asked questions
Is a tax credit the same as a tax deduction?
A deduction lowers the amount of income on which your taxes are calculated. A credit reduces the amount of taxes you owe dollar-for-dollar.
An example
Arizona State taxes owed $1,200
Donation to AZCEND – 495
Arizona State taxes now owed $705
How do I claim a tax credit?
When you file your Arizona state taxes, claim the Charitable Tax Credit on Arizona Form 321. Identify AZCEND with Qualified Charitable Organization (QCO) #20491.
Can I get the school and foster care tax credits also?
Yes, you can give to AZCEND for your charitable tax credit while also giving to organizations approved for school, foster care and veteran tax credits.
What if I don’t itemize my taxes?
You can claim the Arizona Charitable Tax Credit without itemizing your tax return.
Can I give smaller amounts monthly instead of one larger donation?
You can give monthly by choosing the recurring monthly donation option with your online donation. Contact our Development Department at (480) 963-1423, Ext. 108 for assistance.
When is the deadline?
You can donate before filing and claim the tax credit on your Arizona state taxes when your donation is either postmarked or entered online by midnight, April 15, 2026.
Give now & help a neighbor in need
What your tax credit gift can do
$100 provides hot meals and activities for six people at the Senior Center
$200 provides groceries to feed eight families for one week
$495 provides six weeks of early literacy preparing little ones for kindergarten and beyond
$987 provides safe shelter, nourishing meals and care for one person experiencing homelessness for five weeks
For every dollar you give, you get a dollar back on your Arizona State taxes—up to $987.
Your gift in action
Robert's Story
The powerful intervention of food, safe shelter and care changes lives. Robert has an incredible story!
Kathy's Story
Kathy was hungry and facing homelessness when she found help and hope at AZCEND.
Richard's Story
Early childhood learning makes all the difference to Richard, his family and their future. Discover the impact of Giggles, Squiggles & Squirms.
Your donation may qualify for a dollar-for-dollar Arizona Charitable Tax Credit—up to $495 for individuals and $987 for couples filing jointly—which can lower your Arizona state taxes. Consult your tax professional or visit the Arizona Department of Revenue for details.
AZCEND is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and an Arizona Qualifying Charitable Organization (QCO #20491, EIN 86-0428780).
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