Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southern Arizona (SOAZBIGS) is a Qualified Charitable Organization (QCO code 20461) for the Arizona Charitable Tax Credit. When you donate to SOAZBIGS, you can receive a dollar-for-dollar tax credit that reduces the amount you owe the State of Arizona and may increase your state tax refund! You can still give up to the maximum amount for each of the other available Arizona Tax Credits!

Donate up to $400 if you file single or up to $800 for 2022 if you file jointly on your Arizona tax return, and receive a dollar-for-dollar credit for your tax obligation.  YOU DECIDE how your Arizona tax dollars are spent, so keep them right here in Tucson and help ignite the potential in the lives of children in need.  EVERY DOLLAR HELPS children facing adversity find friendship and guidance through one-to-one mentoring with a caring adult. EVERY GIFT, large and small, is appreciated and put to good use where needed most.

The QCO has changed for 2023
The maximum QCO credit for 2023 is" $421 single, married filing separate or head of household; $841 for married filing joint
Please note: If a taxpayer makes a QCO from January 1 - April 18, 2023 and wants to claim the higher 2023 maximum credit amount, the taxpayer will need to claim the credit on the 2023 Arizona return filed in 2024

The last day to postmark or make online gifts is April 18th – or as adjusted by the IRS – for Arizona Charitable Tax Credit-qualifying contributions credited to the previous calendar year.