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GA Fostering Success Act

Amazing News for GA Taxpayers!

You can now direct your Georgia tax dollars to support Connections Homes youth!*

Your Taxes, Your Choice!

Would you rather your taxes go to the state of Georgia or provide youth aging out of foster care with tangible support, a sense of belonging and lifelong connection?

It’s Easy to Apply:

  • 1. Apply: Taxpayers electronically submit their intentions to the state of Georgia regarding tax credits for the 2023 tax year.
    • When prompted, select Connections Homes as the Qualified Foster Child Support Organization (QFCSO).
    • Detailed instructions here.
    • Within 30 days, those tax credit applications are approved or denied by the state on a first come first served basis.
  • 2. Donate: Once notified of approval, taxpayers have 60 days to make their donations directly to Connections Homes, Inc.
    • To make your gift by check, please allow ample time for mailing and include the Fostering Success Act donation form.
      • Please note that we have moved! Our current mailing address is 2555 Northwinds Parkway, Alpharetta, GA 30009.
    • To give online, use the secure giving form for Georgia.
    • Please be sure to provide us with your email address so that we can securely process your Donation Credit Letter of Confirmation as required by the state.
  • 3. Receive Confirmation for your 2024 Tax Records:
    • After you receive approval from the state and you make your gift to Connections Homes, please keep your eyes peeled for an email from “Victoria Garcia via Docusign.”
    • Update the secure form with your information (name of taxpayer or entity, address, taxpayer identification number, date of contribution, amount of contribution, pre-approved amount of credit).
    • Once you complete the form, our staff will verify its accuracy, sign it, and return the signed form to you for your tax records.
    • In 2024, when taxpayers submit their tax records for 2023, qualifying gifts to Connections Homes will count as tax payments.*
    • Please note that tax credits only count against the tax liability of the taxpayer. No refunds will be issued by the state based on gifts approved for any tax credit.
  • Every dollar that Connections Homes receives thanks to tax credit 151 will help prevent poverty and homelessness for vulnerable youth aging out of the foster care system, saving taxpayers $40,000 per youth per year.

Tax Credit Limits*:

  • Single individual or a head of household: Up to $2,500
  • Married couple filing a joint return: Up to $5,000
  • LLC, S Corporation or Partnership: Up to $5,000
  • Corporations / Others: Up to 10 percent of tax liability

How Do I Apply?

According to the Department of Revenue, taxpayers must log into the Georgia Tax Center and electronically submit Form IT-QFCD-TP1 per these detailed instructions.

I Made My Pre-Approved Gift. What’s Next?

  • Per state requirements, in order for your tax credit to be processed, the Donation Credit Letter of Approval (Georgia Form IT-GFCD-FUND1) must be completed.
  • After you receive approval from the state and you make your gift to Connections Homes, please keep your eyes peeled for an email from “Victoria Garcia via Docusign.”
  • Update the secure form with your information (name of taxpayer or entity, address, taxpayer identification number, date of contribution, amount of contribution, pre-approved amount of credit).
  • Once you complete the form, our staff will verify its accuracy, sign it, and return the signed form to you for your tax records.

*Please refer to Georgia House Bill 424. For specific advice about the effect of any planning concept on your tax or financial situation or with your estate, please consult a qualified professional advisor.

Questions?
Contact Kenda Hembrough, VP of Development, at kenda.hembrough@connectionshomes.org or 470.266.4652 ext.715.