question archive Wilhelm Klink had adjusted gross income of $155,130 in 2019
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Wilhelm Klink had adjusted gross income of $155,130 in 2019. During the year, he made the following contributions to qualifying organizations:
$47,150 cash to U-Mass Law School
$26,410 cash to Monroe College
$35,700 cash to the Salvation Army
$13,540 cash to the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
In addition, he gave $9,462 cash to his favorite cousin, Albert Burkhalter, to help Albert pay his graduate school tuition this year. How much is his charitable contribution deduction this year?
Wilhelm Klink's charitable contribution deduction this year
$122,800
Step-by-step explanation
Cash to U-Mass Law School $47,150
Cash to Monroe College $26,410
Cash to the Salvation Army $35,700
Cash to the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital $13,500
Total Wilhelm Klink's charitable contribution deduction $122,800
The cash given to his favorite cousin of $9,462 does not qualify as a charitable deduction as it is more of a gift to help in clearing his graduate school tuition.