Yes, donations to Goodwill and other qualified organizations are tax deductible. You can deduct the fair market value — or what your goods are realistically worth — if your items are gently used or new, and in good condition or better. Fair market value generally means the price an item would sell between a willing buyer and seller, who both have all the facts, and aren't under any pressure to buy or sell.

To deduct a Goodwill donation, you’ll need to itemize your deductions on Schedule A, rather than taking the standard deduction. You’ll also need to get a receipt from Goodwill that has the date and amount of your donation.

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Sharon Brucker, CPA Senior Tax Research Analyst Published on: August 05, 2026
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