Arizona’s Charitable Tax Credit

The Arizona Charitable Tax Credit is a state-level benefit that allows Arizona taxpayers to receive a dollar-for-dollar reduction in their income tax liability when they donate to qualifying nonprofits, and Iskashitaa is a qualifying charity. You do not need to itemize deductions to claim it.

• Individuals with Arizona state income tax liability.

• Married filing jointly / Single / Head of household — the limits vary.

• Donations must be made within certain timeframes (e.g. Jan 1 through April 15 for prior year credit).

• Use our Arizona QCO Code: 22664

For tax year 2025, the maximum credit amount is $495 for individuals (single / head of household / married filing separate), and $987 for married filing jointly.

Credit-eligible contributions made to a Qualifying Charitable Organization that are made on or before tax day in April may be applied to either the current or the preceding taxable year for your Arizona State tax return.

YES!

There are five different qualified areas eligible for a tax credit, and you may be able to claim each of them in the same tax year, up to your tax liability from that year.

Qualified Charitable Organization
Qualified Foster Care Charitable Organization
Public Schools
School Tuition Organization
Arizona Military Relief Fund

Each have different requirements and limits.

• No — you do not need to itemize deductions on your federal or state tax return to receive this credit.

• Also, you cannot claim both an Arizona tax credit and a deduction for the same donation. The credit replaces the deduction in that respect.

Yes! The Credit reduces your State tax liability, meaning that, after all credits and deductions, you could be eligible for a refund if you had State taxes withheld from your paycheck or paid estimated taxes. By reducing your initial liability, the Credit could have the effect of reducing the money you owe to the State or increasing your refund.