Colorado Child Care Contribution Credit: More than half of your donation could come back to you

When you make a donation to CASA of the Pikes Peak Region, you can reduce your taxes by 50% through the Colorado Child Care Contribution Credit.  The state of Colorado allows you to take a 50% tax credit on your state income taxes in addition to the regular state and federal deductions for a charitable contribution.

An example is below, but please consult your tax advisor for information on your specific situation.

24% Federal Tax Bracket

[one-half-first]Donation Amount
State Credit (50%)
State Deduction (4.63%)
Federal Deduction (24%)
Net Cost of Donation[/one-half-first]
[one-half]$10,000
($5,000)
($463)
($2,400)
$2,137[/one-half]

 

NOTE: Certain CASA programs qualify and different conditions must be met each year to take advantage of the credit. Please check with your tax advisor for the most current information.

For additional information, please call CASA Resource Development Director,  Trish StJohn at 719-447-9898 x1002