What is 80G and how does it help donors?

Name: Vijay R Singh & Co.
Address: Office No. 4, Vishal CHSL, D Wing, Sir Mathuradas Vasanji Road, Azad Nagar, Opp. Andheri Gymkhana, Andheri East, Maharashtra, 400069, IN
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CA Vijay R Singh, FCA
Chartered Accountant · ICAI M.No. 153926 · FRN 136869W

Short answerSection 80G lets a donor deduct part of their donation to an approved trust from their taxable income — usually 50% of the amount, and 100% for certain funds. It’s the trust’s 80G registration that makes the donor’s deduction possible.

Donor deduction (50% / 100%)

Most approved trusts give a 50% deduction; specified government funds give 100%.

Why it matters for fundraising

Donors give more readily when they get a tax deduction, so 80G is a fundraising asset.

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This answer is general information for trusts and societies, not tax or legal advice. Tax rates, thresholds and forms change with each Finance Act — please confirm the current position for your own facts, or speak to us, before acting.