Features Published April 10, 2012 9:00am EDT | Updated February 8, 2017 2:42pm EST Eight Tips for Deducting Charitable Contributions Facebook Twitter Print Email FOXBusiness Image 1 of 6 The tax code can be confusing—especially when it comes to what can and cannot be deducted. The IRS offers the following tips to help make the most of your charitable contributions when filing your tax return.