Note: Figure the amount of your contribution deduction before completing this form. See your tax return instructions.Minimize taxes and maximize impact. Discover how you can get larger dollar-for-dollar charitable deduction or even capital gains tax exemption. When a charity or land trusts accepts a real estate donation, the landowner can deduct the fair market value of the land from his or her federal taxes. Use Form 8283 to report information about noncash charitable contributions. Do not use Form 8283 to report out-of-pocket expenses for volunteer work. Our 501c3 nonprofit accepts property donations throughout the entire state of Texas. Donate a house, land, commercial property and more. Property left to charities (such as Texas Land Conservancy) is deductible from your taxable estate and may result in substantial tax savings.