Tax laws require the donor to obtain a receipt for every cash donation regardless of the amount. In that case, all you need to provide in the donation receipt is the name and EIN of the organization, date of donation, and a description of the donated item.This free template instantly generates a PDF receipt that can be downloaded, printed for your records, or automatically emailed to donors for their tax returns. Donation receipts are important! Here's how to create donation receipts your donors (and the IRS) will love. Request a Donation Confirmation Receipt. Are you donating from a business? This receipt is the only record of your tax deductible donation. INFORMATION TO BE COMPLETED BY DONOR: Name: Date:______. Goodwill acknowledges that no goods or services were provided to donor in exchange for, or as a result of this donation.