- Justine Spitalny School
- Frequently Asked Questions
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Through the Arizona Tax Credit Donation Program you can:
- Partner with Cartwright
- Support our students
- Reclaim your AZ tax dollars
Support our students and receive up to $400 in state Tax Credit!
Arizona law A.R.S § 43-1089.01 provides that an individual may claim a nonrefundable tax credit for making contributions or paying fees directly to a public school in this state for support of qualified activities or programs. The maximum credit allowed is $400 for married filing joint filers and $200 for single, heads of households, and married filing separate filers.We appreciate your support and are dedicated to spending your tax dollars responsibly. Thank you.Our wonderful scholars are seen below.
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What is a tax credit?
A tax credit will allow you to reduce the amount of your tax liability to the state. The amount you donate (up to $200 for single taxpayers or $400 for married couples filing jointly) will be the amount you may claim as a state tax credit.
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When can I donate?
Right now! All you need to do is fill out the Tax Credit Donation Form and deliver or mail it with your donation amount in check, money order, cashier’s check, or credit card; however, please do not mail cash. Your donation must be postmarked or delivered by April 15th to take advantage of the tax credit. You may choose which tax year to apply donations made between January 1 and April 15.
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What does my donation pay for?
School tax credit donations help pay for extracurricular activities. Your donation must be designated to the school(s) and may be designated to the program(s) of your choice to provide money for field trips, athletics, the arts, after school tutoring, intramural activities, and more.
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Do I have to donate the full $200 or $400?
No, any amount donated is appreciated and is eligible for the tax credit up to the $200/$400 statutory maximums.
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What do I receive as proof of this contribution?
If you deliver your donation in person, a receipt will be provided to you at the time the donation is made. If you mail in the completed tax credit donation form with your contribution, a receipt will be mailed to you. If you donate online, you will be able to print your receipt upon completion of the transaction.
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Can a taxpayer receive a refund of these credits?
No, the credits may only be used to the extent they reduce a tax liability to zero on your Arizona tax return. Any unused amounts may be carried forward for not more than five consecutive taxable years, but will not be refunded.
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How does this work on my tax return?
For example, if you donate $200, your state tax credit will be $200. When you file your state tax return, your state tax liability will be $200 less. You are sending tax dollars directly to the school(s) of your choice instead of the Arizona Department of Revenue.
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Must I live within the Cartwright School District #83 boundary or have children enrolled in school in order to donate?
No, anyone can donate
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Who can make a contribution?
Only Arizona residents who file an AZ140 Tax Form are eligible for the tax credit. Schools can accept donations from non-Arizona residents as well as businesses and corporations; however, they are not eligible for the tax credit.
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What is the difference between a tax credit and a tax deduction?
A tax credit is a dollar-for-dollar reduction in the actual tax owed. A tax deduction only reduces total taxable income from which the tax owed is calculated.
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What is the Arizona Extracurricular Activities Tax Credit Program?
Arizona Revised Statute §43-1089.01 allows each individual state taxpayer to donate up to $200 per year to public schools in support of extracurricular activities and claim a dollar-for-dollar state tax credit. Married couples filing joint tax returns may donate and claim a tax credit of up to $400 per year ($200 per person). Those who are married and filing separately, as well as single taxpayers, each qualify for a $200 maximum state tax credit.
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Whom do I contact if I have more questions?
We recommend contacting your tax advisor with questions specific to your individual circumstances and find out if you could be eligible for a deduction on your federal taxes to the internal Revenue Service. Please keep in mind that employees of the district are not in a position to give tax advice. District personnel can, however, answer questions about the process of making donations that qualify for a tax credit. You may contact the Business Services Department at 623-691-4011.
