We've created this stepbystep guide on everything you need to know about creating a donation receipt letter for tax purposes. Donating to a New Yorkbased charity does not make you a New York State resident for income tax purposes!This form is for general instructions that apply to all corporation tax forms. It includes a variety of topics about how to fill out your form. A donation receipt documents the details of a cash or property donation that's gifted to an individual cause or organization. Please keep this written acknowledgement of your donation for your tax records. Donation receipts are important! Here's how to create donation receipts your donors (and the IRS) will love. Bystep guide on how to fill out a Goodwill tax donation receipt. This form is available at our stores in Maine, New Hampshire and Vermont.