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Illinois Gives Tax Credit Act - Community Foundation of Central Illinois Illinois Gives Tax Credit Act - Community Foundation of Central Illinois CFCI office will be closed September 7 in observance of Memorial Day. Illinois Gives Tax Credit Act Rewards Donors with a 25% Income Tax Credit – Effective January 1, 2025 Illinois Gives Information Frequently Asked Questions What is the official name of the legislation?
Illinois Gives Tax Credit Act – HB4951/Public Act 103-0592, Article 170 Provides a 25% State of Illinois income tax credit to donors who contribute an eligible gift to a qualifying endowed fund at an accredited community foundation in Illinois. Who qualifies as a “donor”? Any Illinois taxpayer, including individual and joint filers, corporations, partnerships, trusts, and estates can make an eligible gift.
Is this a federal tax credit? No. It is only for Illinois state income tax. Do I have to be an Illinois resident?
No. If you pay Illinois income tax, you can claim the tax credit. What is an “eligible gift”? A donation to an endowed fund at an accredited Illinois community foundation.
The Community Foundation of Central Illinois (CFCI) is an accredited Illinois community foundation. What is an “endowed fund”? A fund where the principal is held in perpetuity and the income is used for grantmaking.
Which endowed funds qualify? Qualifying funds must be permanently endowed, cannot be donor-advised, and must grant exclusively within Illinois. Contact CFCI if you have questions about whether a specific fund is eligible.
Does CFCI have its own operating endowment? Yes! CFCI’s operating endowment is eligible to receive gifts within this new legislation.
Can a donor create a new endowment fund to be the recipient of eligible gifts? Yes. Donors can choose to donate to an existing endowed fund or create a new endowed fund that qualifies for the credit.
Please contact CFCI if you are interested in opening a new qualifying endowed fund. Are there limits or caps on the credit? Yes.
The total tax credit to be distributed is capped at $5 million. The maximum tax credit per taxpayer is $100,000. The maximum donation amount a community foundation can receive is $3 million.
The program will sunset after 5 years unless it is extended by the Illinois General Assembly. Are gifts to other charitable organizations eligible for this tax credit? No. Only gifts to endowed funds at qualifying community foundations can receive the tax credit.
Gifts to other charities, private foundations, and family foundations are not eligible for this tax credit. How do I claim the credit? Donors must register with MyTax Illinois , apply for a Contribution Authorization Certificate (CAC), and complete their donation within 10 business days of receiving the CAC.
See our step-by-step instructions for the CAC application process. CAC Application Instructions Illinois Gives Tax Credit Act Contributors Information Interested in Participating? Contact Mark Roberts, CEO, Community Foundation of Central Illinois
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Individuals and businesses in Illinois contributing to Qualified Community Foundations. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
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This opportunity targets applicants in Illinois. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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