This Tax Credit Program (AZ Working Poor Charity Contribution Program) is separate from the “School” Tax Credit publicized by Sedona/Oak Creek School District. You can donate to either or both. The credit towards your Arizona State Income Tax liability is $400 for a couple and $200 for an individual for EACH of these tax credit programs.

Facts About the Program
If you are an Arizona taxpayer, you can put your money to work at the Sedona Community Center. Arizona offers a dollar-for-dollar education tax credit for state income tax filers (up to $200 for individuals, $400 for couples filing a joint return and $200 for couples filing separate returns.)

This means your state income tax liability will be reduced by the full amount of your contribution - up to zero. (If you have extra credit left over, you can carry it forward for up to five years.) In addition, you may deduct your contribution on Schedule A of your federal income tax return.

• Half the population of Sedona is 50 years old or older.

• Sedona Community Center is the only organization in the area that provides nutrition services to seniors with its “Meals on Wheels”, “Breakfast Club” and “Community Lunch” programs. The center serves over 20,000 meals annually with half being delivered directly to the senior’s home.

• Sedona Community Center’s operating budget is in excess of $400,000 with only 40% received from grants and the City of Sedona.

• 60% of the budget is contingent upon receiving income from programs, facility rentals, and gifts and donations from people like you.