Yes, yes and yes! Meals on Wheels is a federally registered 501(c)3 not-for-profit corporation. Your paid credit card, cash or check donations to Meals on Wheels are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by your individual or corporate circumstances. Donors who contribute any amount to Meals on Wheels will receive an acknowledgment from Meals on Wheels. Any copies you have of canceled checks or credit card receipts and the acknowledgment from Meals on Wheels act together act as evidence of a donation for purpose of a tax return.
If you donated to Meals on Wheels of the Greater Lehigh Valley through a processor — such as United Way or your company — your proof of tax receipt will be provided by the processor since the payment went to them.
If you purchased a ticket to the 2018 Meals on Wheels Bountiful Bowl Event, the amount of your ticket minus the cost of your meal is tax-deductible. The meal was $50, so the donation you can claim is $100-$50 = $50 per ticket.
If you have any questions about tax deductions, please consult your financial advisor or tax professional.
What is Meals on Wheels address and Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)?
Meals on Wheels of the Greater Lehigh Valley
4240 Fritch Drive
Bethlehem, PA 18020
EIN #23-1861779
If you have additional questions, please contact Development Associate, Jamie Rzeszowski at 610-419-6290 or jamier@mowglv.org.