Charitable Contributions Resources

Contribution Methods

CYC, a San Bernardino, CA nonprofit charity, appreciates the contributions made by our community over the years. To show our gratitude we aim to provide excellent customer service through our...

Contribution Methods

CYC, a San Bernardino, CA nonprofit charity, appreciates the contributions made by our community over the years. To show our gratitude we aim to provide excellent customer service through our...
CYC Donation Guidelines

In addition to the minimum IRS Donation Compliance, CYC and our partners also hold our own set of requirements. Outside of financial contributions, all non-cash item donations need to be...

CYC Donation Guidelines

In addition to the minimum IRS Donation Compliance, CYC and our partners also hold our own set of requirements. Outside of financial contributions, all non-cash item donations need to be...
Charitable Contributions

As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, California Youth Charities, runs on charitable contributions which are primarily donations from our community. While the act of charity is a longstanding practice, over time...

Charitable Contributions

As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, California Youth Charities, runs on charitable contributions which are primarily donations from our community. While the act of charity is a longstanding practice, over time...
CYC Accepted Donated Items & Conditions

In addition to the minimum IRS Donation Compliance, CYC and our partners also hold our own set of requirements. Outside of financial contributions, all non-cash item donations need to be...

CYC Accepted Donated Items & Conditions

In addition to the minimum IRS Donation Compliance, CYC and our partners also hold our own set of requirements. Outside of financial contributions, all non-cash item donations need to be...

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Donation Value Guide

To receive a tax-deductible charitable contribution, the IRS holds the individual contributor - not the charitable organization - responsible to provide the fair market value on noncash item contributions. Unlike financial contributions, placing a value on items can be complicated due to a number of factors, including the variety of accepted items, item size, item age, and condition to name a few. Many organizations use the general item value rule of 30 - 50% of the original price. That rule can be helpful for select items with standardized pricing, but, in the secondhand industry pricing varies by demand, condition, age, and more. To assist in valuating items, below is a Value Guide Table featuring some of the more commonly donated items and their price range from low to high.

Donation Value Guide
Category	Item	Low	Average	High
Appliance	Microwave	10	30	50
Appliance	Flat Screen TV	78	156	233
Children Clothing	Blouse	2	5	8
Children Clothing	Boots	3	12	21
Children Clothing	Coat	5	13	21
Children Clothing	Dress	4	8	12
Children Clothing	Jacket	3	15	26
Children Clothing	Jeans	4	8	12
Children Clothing	Pants	3	8	12
Children Clothing	Shirt	2	4	6
Children Clothing	Shoes	3	6	9
Children Clothing	Skirt	2	4	6
Children Clothing	Slacks	2	5	8
Children Clothing	Snowsuit	4	12	20
Children Clothing	Sweater	3	6	8
Children Clothing	Underwear	1	3	4
Furniture	Chair (upholstered)	26	65	104
Furniture	Chest	26	63	99
Furniture	China Cabinet	89	200	311
Furniture	Clothes Closet	16	34	52
Furniture	Coffee Table	16	42	67
Furniture	Desk	26	86	145
Furniture	Dining Room Set (complete)	156	545	934
Furniture	Dresser w/Mirror	21	63	104
Furniture	End Table	10	31	52
Furniture	Folding Bed	21	42	62
Furniture	High Chair	10	31	52
Furniture	Kitchen Chair	3	7	10
Furniture	Kitchen Set	36	106	176
Household Goods	Bakeware	1	2	3
Household Goods	Bedspread/Quilt	3	14	25
Household Goods	Blanket	3	10	16
Household Goods	Chair/Sofa Cover	16	26	36
Household Goods	Coffeemaker	4	10	16
Household Goods	Curtains	2	7	12
Household Goods	Drapes	7	24	41
Household Goods	Fireplace Set	21	52	83
Household Goods	Floor Lamp	6	29	52
Household Goods	Glass/Cup	0.5	1	2
Household Goods	Griddle	4	8	12
Household Goods	Kitchen Utensils	0.5	1	2
Household Goods	Lamp	5	42	78
Household Goods	Mixer/Blender	5	13	21
Household Goods	Picture/Painting	5	106	207
Household Goods	Plate	0.5	2	3
Household Goods	Pot/Pan	1	2	3
Household Goods	Sheets	2	5	8
Household Goods	Throw Rug	2	7	12
Household Goods	Towel	0.5	2	4
Men's Clothing	Jacket	8	17	26
Men's Clothing	Overcoat	16	39	62
Men's Clothing	Pajamas	2	5	8
Men's Clothing	Raincoat	5	13	21
Men's Clothing	Shirt	3	8	12
Men's Clothing	Shoes	4	15	26
Men's Clothing	Shorts	4	7	10
Men's Clothing	Slacks	5	9	12
Men's Clothing	Suit	16	39	62
Men's Clothing	Sweater	3	8	12
Men's Clothing	Swim Trunks	3	6	8
Men's Clothing	Tuxedo	10	36	62
Miscellaneous	Answering Machine	10	21	31
Miscellaneous	Bicycle	5	44	83
Miscellaneous	Board Game	1	2	3
Miscellaneous	Book (hardback)	1	2	3
Miscellaneous	Book (paperback)	1	2	2
Miscellaneous	CD	2	4	5
Miscellaneous	Cell Phone	25	63	100
Miscellaneous	Computer Monitor	5	28	51
Miscellaneous	Computer Printer	5	80	155
Miscellaneous	Computer System	104	260	415
Miscellaneous	Copier	41	124	207
Miscellaneous	DVD	2	4	5
Miscellaneous	DVD Player/Blu-Ray/VCR	8	12	16
Miscellaneous	Edger	5	16	26
Miscellaneous	eReader	10	30	50
Miscellaneous	Golf Club (single)	2	14	26
Miscellaneous	Luggage	5	11	16
Miscellaneous	Mower	26	65	104
Miscellaneous	Radio	8	30	52
Miscellaneous	Sewing Machine	15	52	88
Miscellaneous	Stereo	16	47	78
Miscellaneous	Tablet	25	88	150
Miscellaneous	Tennis Racket	2	4	5
Miscellaneous	Typewriter	5	16	26
Miscellaneous	Umbrella	2	4	6
Miscellaneous	Vacuum Cleaner	16	42	67
Women's Clothing	Blouse	3	8	12
Women's Clothing	Boots	2	4	5
Women's Clothing	Coat	10	26	41
Women's Clothing	Dress	4	12	20
Women's Clothing	Evening Dress	10	36	62
Women's Clothing	Foundation Garment	3	6	8
Women's Clothing	Fur Coat	26	221	415
Women's Clothing	Fur Hat	7	12	16
Women's Clothing	Handbag	2	12	21
Women's Clothing	Hat	1	5	8
Women's Clothing	Jacket	4	8	12
Women's Clothing	Nightgown	4	8	12
Women's Clothing	Pants Suit	7	17	26
Women's Clothing	Shoes	2	14	26
Women's Clothing	Skirt	3	6	8
Women's Clothing	Slacks	4	8	12
Women's Clothing	Slip	1	4	6
Women's Clothing	Socks	0.5	1	1
Women's Clothing	Suit	6	16	26
Women's Clothing	Sweater	4	10	16

The above donation value guide is provided for contributors to quickly access and reference when placing a value on donated items. The guide does not include all accepted items and the estimates can change daily in the secondhand industry. For additional assistance, CYC recommends contributors consults with a tax professional.

Now that we've established what qualifies for charitable contributions, what is needed to receive a tax-deduction, and how to place a value on donated items, let's take a look at some of the ways CYC accepts contributions.

For more information on Determining the Value of Donated Property, see IRS Publication 561

Contribution Methods

CYC, a San Bernardino, CA nonprofit charity, appreciates the contributions made by our community over the years. To show our gratitude we aim to provide excellent customer service through our range of donation services and programs. We have found that helping people do good can and should be an easy and seamless process. For nearly two decades, our programs and services have been modified to meet both now and existing contributors expectations. Whether it's financial contributions, donating items, or volunteering time - CYC has a program tailored to help contributors make a direct community and environmental impact while improving the lives of at-risk children and youth. Learn more about the CYC Contribution Methods to see how todays contributions are shaping a better tomorrow on the CYC Contribution Methods Page.

Contribution Written Communication

For your records, CYC provides a written receipt for all contributions. A physical hard-copy is distributed when items are received through the Uplift Donation program and at our Donation Drop Off Center in San Bernardino, California. For all other contributions and for CYC account holders, paperless receipts are posted in the receipts-section of the CYC Contributor Accounts. For more information on written communication, please see our Contribution Written Communication Page.

Charitable Contribution Deduction

When filing taxes that include a charitable contribution deduction, contributors are held responsible for supporting any claims. The requirements will vary based on the type of contribution and amount. Although, CYC is not a tax professional agency, we have compiled a quick checklist to help contributors deducting charitable contributions when filing taxes. For more information on charitable tax-deductions, please see our Charitable Contribution Deduction Page.

Contribution Compliance

Charitable Contribution Deductions

When filing taxes that include a charitable contribution deduction, contributors are held responsible for supporting any claims. The requirements will vary based on the type of contribution and amount. Although,...

Charitable Contribution Deductions

When filing taxes that include a charitable contribution deduction, contributors are held responsible for supporting any claims. The requirements will vary based on the type of contribution and amount. Although,...
Contribution Written Communication

For your records, CYC provides a written receipt for all contributions. A physical hard-copy is distributed when items are received through the Uplift Donation Program and at the CYC Donation...

Contribution Written Communication

For your records, CYC provides a written receipt for all contributions. A physical hard-copy is distributed when items are received through the Uplift Donation Program and at the CYC Donation...

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