Become a Donor
We’re your friends and neighbors. You know us – we know our community. When you contribute to HOT, you are helping families in need in the West Valley. And when people have the support they need from compassionate people like you, it makes this a better place to live for everyone.
Other Ways to Donate
AZ Qualified Charitable Organization
Donating to HOT could reduce your Arizona tax liabilities.
More Information on Arizona’s QCO Program
HOT is registered with the State of Arizona as a Qualified Charitable Organization (QCO).
A donation to HOT could provide a tax credit. This tax credit may allow you to make a charitable contribution and receive a dollar-for-dollar reduction in your Arizona state tax liabilities (up to $400 if filing individually or $800 if filing jointly).
- HOT’s QCO code is 22342.
- Use Tax Form 321 to report your contributions.
Contact your tax advisor to obtain information on your situation.
Can any gift amount be used towards your AZ tax credit? A: YES! Any gift, $8 or $800, makes a HUGE difference to families in need. The maximum credit is $400 filing individually, $800 filing jointly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: I’m not getting a refund. Can I still donate?
A: YES! The tax credit actually reduces your tax liability, whether you owe taxes or not. Dollar-for-dollar, the tax credit costs you nothing. Unused credits may be carried over to the following year.
Q: Do I have to itemize to get my Arizona State Tax Credit?
A: NO! Every Arizona taxpayer can take advantage of the AZ Charitable Tax Credit whether they itemize or not!
Q: I already gave to my child’s school; can I still contribute to HOT?
A: YES! There are multiple credits available. Your HOT donation is an Arizona Charitable Tax Credit. There is also a Foster Care Tax Credit, Public School Tax Credit, and Private School Tuition Tax Credit. You can take all the credits.
Q: Does the HOT contribution have to be made in calendar year 2022 in order for it to qualify for the QCO tax credit for 2022?
A: NO! You have until April 15, 2023 to make a HOT contribution that qualifies for your 2022 tax credit. There’s still time to donate!
Donate Now for AZ QCO Program
Arizona QCO Tax Credit Donation
HOT is registered with the State of Arizona as a Qualified Charitable Organization (QCO).
A donation to HOT could provide a dollar-for-dollar tax credit on your Arizona State Income Taxes (up to $400 if filing individually or $800 if filing jointly).
HOT’s QCO code is 22342. Use Tax Form 321 to report your contributions. Contact your tax advisor to obtain information specific to your situation.
Fry’s Community Rewards
Make HOT your Fry’s community rewards beneficiary.
How to Sign Up for Fry's Community Rewards
The Fry’s Community Rewards program will donate to HOT based on your purchases – no cost to you! Simply create a digital account with your Fry’s Shopper’s card.
- Sign into the Fry’s website at: http://www.frysfood.com/i/community/community-rewards
- Search for Helping Others Together Community Foundation and link the organization to your account.
- Click save and HOT will start earning a percentage of all your Fry’s purchases!
This program is an easy way to donate to HOT and does NOT replace or remove any other benefits you receive as a frequent shopper.
Workplace Giving
Double your donation through workplace giving programs.
Workplace Giving
Many employers will match their employees’ donations to sometimes double or even triple the impact. Some even offer volunteer grants where HOT can receive a financial match to the time you spend volunteering. Contact your HR Department to see if your employer offers this opportunity.
Additionally, if your company uses United Way to manage employee charitable contributions, you may be able to specify that you want your contribution to be given to HOT.
Stock Donation
HOT accepts donations of stock.
How to Donate Stock to HOT
HOT accepts stock donations and giving stock often results in a larger donation to our organization. The gift is tax-deductible and there are no capital gains taxes to pay.
Contact your financial advisor for more information on how to donate. If you need more information, our financial partner Dobrusin Financial can help. Ask for David Dobrusin and let him know you are interested in donating stock to HOT Community Foundation.