Donation certificate or tax receipt
Can I request a donation certificate or tax receipt?
Spendenaktion cannot issue official tax receipts or tax deduction certificates. However, after making a donation, you will automatically receive a transaction confirmation from our platform.
Below is an explanation of how it works and how you can request an official tax receipt.
Important: Are donations to personal or private causes tax-deductible?
No. Donations made to personal causes (such as an individual, a family, a private initiative, or friends) are considered personal gifts and are not tax-deductible.
Why doesn't Spendenaktion issue tax receipts?
When you donate, your contribution goes directly to the fundraiser (campaign organizer). Spendenaktion merely acts as the facilitating payment platform and is not a registered charity or tax-authorized entity itself.
How can I get an official tax receipt?
Only eligible organizations receiving your donation can determine if the gift is tax-deductible and issue an official tax certificate.
How to request a certificate:
- Go to the campaign page on Spendenaktion.
- Click the contact button located next to the organizer's name.
- Contact the campaign organizer directly to ask if they are an officially registered charity capable of issuing a tax certificate.
What proof will I receive from Spendenaktion?
For every donation, we automatically send a thank-you email containing a donation confirmation.
Is my donation tax-deductible?
This depends on the tax status of the organization running the campaign and the tax laws in your country:
- General rules & conditions: Read our guide on the deductibility of donations.
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