Do you remember when we told you Congress was considering a bill that would allow you to claim deductions on your 2009 tax return if you make a monetary donation to earthquake relief in Haiti?

Well guess what – the bill passed!

President Obama signed the bill into Public Law No. 111-126.  This means if you haven’t already, make your donations for Haiti relief by March 1, 2010 so that you can claim a deduction on your 2009 tax return. If you wait until after the 1st, you won’t be able to claim it until next year.

And for IRS purposes, be sure to keep your cell phone bill as a record if you make a donation via text.

If you would like to make a financial contribution to The Salvation Army’s ongoing relief efforts in Haiti, you can donate through :
•     Online Credit Card Contributions or PayPal
•    Text ‘HAITI’ to 52000
•    Call 1-800-SAL-ARMY
•    Mail a check or money order to:
The Salvation Army World Service Office
International Disaster Relief Fund
PO Box 630728
Baltimore, MD 21263-0728
*Please note that your donation is for Haiti Earthquake relief*

To stay updated on our efforts, visit our national website at www.salvationarmyusa.org or follow us on  Facebook and Twitter.