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Donation tax calculator 2026
Enter your donations and estimated taxable income. The calculator shows how much income tax, Soli and church tax you save – donations count for the year in which they are paid, so 31 December is the deadline for 2026.
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🔒 Runs entirely in your browser – nothing you enter is uploaded or stored.
How to use it
- Enter donations to charities and – separately – to political parties.
- Enter your estimated taxable income and choose single or joint assessment and church tax.
- Read the tax saving and what the donation really costs you.
Last checked: October 2026 · Based on: §§ 10b, 34g, 10c German Income Tax Act; § 50(4) EStDV (€300 simplified proof); § 32a (2026 tariff). Found a mistake? Use the form below – we fix confirmed errors and update the date.
Frequently asked questions
How much of a donation can I deduct?
Donations to charities are deductible up to 20 % of your total income. The saving depends on your marginal tax rate – often 25–45 % including Soli and church tax.
Do I need a donation receipt?
For donations up to €300 a bank statement is enough. Above €300 you need an official donation receipt (Zuwendungsbestätigung).
Until when must I donate for 2026?
The payment must leave your account by 31 December 2026.