This receipt is issued to individuals who have donated cash or payment, personal property, or a vehicle and seek to claim the donation as a tax deduction. "Learn about 501(c)(3) donation receipt requirements, verification steps, and sample templates for tax-deductible donations.A donation receipt documents the details of a cash or property donation that's gifted to an individual cause or organization. This form will be needed as proof for your donation for tax deduction purposes. To be valid, this receipt must be completed at the time of the donation. 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. Giving receipts is an important practice since 501(c)(3) donations are tax-deductible to the donor. Our sample form provides an easy way to get started. Donors who intend to claim a tax deduction are encouraged to complete this receipt at the time of donation including the estimated value of the donation. Fill out this form to generate and email a Planet Aid receipt for your donation.