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You may deduct a maximum of up to 50% of your adjusted gross income (AGI) (Line 36 on IRS Form 1040) for the tax year the donation was given. However, if you give more than 50%, the excess may be carried forward for up to five years.
Contribution Limits. As a general rule, the IRS allows you to deduct contributions to charitable organizations up to 50 percent of your AGI. Any excess donations you make can be carried forward to the next tax year. For example, say your AGI is $50,000 and you made $27,000 in donations.