Deductions

How much can I deduct from my estate for charitable donations?

The charitable deduction allows you to deduct the full value of qualifying donations to IRS-approved charities from your taxable estate. This unlimited deduction can significantly reduce estate taxes for families with estates above the $15,000,00026 USC 2001(c), 2010; P.L. 119-21 §70106Verified Jan 2, 2026 federal exemption threshold. Charitable deductions work alongside other estate deductions like the unlimited marital deduction for transfers between spouses, administrative expenses, and funeral costs to help preserve more wealth for your beneficiaries.