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Old 10-06-2013, 06:37 PM   #1
RoyWalker
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Donating to linux projects

hello,

I have a question about donating to linux project(s). Are they tax deductible?
 
Old 10-06-2013, 08:09 PM   #2
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Depends on the project and on the country that you're in.
 
Old 10-06-2013, 08:14 PM   #3
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It depends on your countries tax code but in the US it must be a qualified not for profit organisation registered with the IRS. So probably not...
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"This means that donations made by U.S. citizens to Linux Fund or one of our partner projects are tax-deductible within the guidelines of U.S. income tax laws."
 
  


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