Keep a record of any items you donate to a charity. The Donation Value Guide below helps you determine the approximate tax-deductible value of some of the more commonly donated items.Here are some handy IRS tips for deducting charitable donations. When you bring items to one of our donation locations, you may fill out a paper donation form. Because Goodwill is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization, you can receive a tax receipt directly upon request at the store or any other attended location. The driver will leave a donation receipt at the time of pick-up. When gifting cash to Queen's, you will receive a donation receipt for the full amount of your gift. Will I get a tax receipt for my donation? Yes, our driver will issue a donation receipt at the time of pick-up. When you donate goods to The Salvation Army, all donation proceeds are used to fund our Adult Rehabilitation Centers.