Understand what a charitable donation is and how to claim a tax deduction without a tax receipt with IRS Form 8283. This publication explains how individuals claim a deduction for charitable contributions.In many cases, charitable donations are tax-deductible. When you donate to a qualifying organization, you can deduct the amount from your taxable income. You cannot claim a charitable contribution without a receipt. Learn how to easily create your donation receipts and the best practices to follow in writing a great one. Keep a record of any items you donate to a charity. Please make sure to fill out all the fields on the event form. We will supply a tax donation letter when you drop off your donation. What if I accidentally donate something valuable?