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. I would like my charitable donation to be directed: ☐ Where it's needed most.☐ General book fund. Donation receipts are important! Here's how to create donation receipts your donors (and the IRS) will love. 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. If you have ANY questions about surplus food donation contact. Environmental Health Services at 1-800-442-2283 or visit at 385 N Arrowhead Ave. Toll Free Number: 1.888.4.GOODWILL.