The HANDMAKER Foundation - an opportunity to make a difference

Donate up to $400 to the Handmaker Foundation to help indigent, frail, elderly residents of Handmaker and take the credit off your Arizona income tax.

Under the Arizona Charitable Tax Credit Law (ARS 43-1088), you can now contribute up to $400 to assist the residents of Handmaker Jewish Services for the Aging, and your generous gift will cost you NOTHING.
You will get every dollar back in reduced taxes.

Who can take advantage of this program?
Any taxpayer who itemized deductions, including charitable contributions on their Arizona tax return for 1996 (or the first year’s return after 1996 if charitable contributions were not deducted in 1996).

How will my/our contribution benefit those in need?
Donations received under this special tax credit program will be used to underwrite services for the frail elderly who have outlived their financial resources and must rely on our community’s generosity.

How much can be contributed at no cost?
For couples filing jointly, the maximum donation is $400 ($200 for individuals). The amount of your Arizona tax credit will be equal to the amount of your donation to Handmaker, dollar-for-dollar, up to $400.

According to law, this contribution must represent an increase from the charitable giving amount you itemized on a prior year’s Arizona return (1996 or later). For example, if you gave $500 to charitable organizations in 1996, and your itemized donations for 2007 are at least $500, the amount above $500 that you contribute to Handmaker will qualify for the tax credit (up to the maximum donation).

As there may be exceptions to these general guidelines, please consult your tax advisor for details regarding qualifying for a tax credit.

Can I still give to the AZ tax credit for schools?
Yes! You can do both! You can also support Jewish education in Tucson at www.cheder.org.

How do we participate?
Simply complete the tax credit form by December 31, and you will be sent an acknowledgment of your gift for tax documentation purposes.

You give $400 to help support indigent, frail elderly people
You deduct $400 from your Arizona Income tax (IRS deduction, too)
Your cost is $0 - you’ve done a very good deed at NO cost to you

It has never been easier to help provide for our frail and elderly, indigent citizens. Please help meet the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of the elderly in our care by donating your entire tax credit contribution to the Handmaker Foundation.

To donate, please click here for our secure on-line donations page. If you prefer, you can make your tax credit donation by calling Mr. Hillel Levy at the Handmaker Foundation - (520) 322-3632