GIVE

Community Investment
Tax Credit

Advance more equitable communities, and get a 50% state tax credit

We believe in the possibility of our communities to be vibrant, abundant, prosperous, healthy and equitable. The Community Investment Tax Credit (CITC) can help achieve our vision for the Commonwealth. The CITC provides donors -- whether individuals, companies, and foundations -- a 50% state tax credit on the gift amount that fuels the work of more than 30 Community Development Corporations (CDCs) across Massachusetts. Thanks to you, CDCs can make big things happen. Collectively, these organizations make a big difference in their communities across the state. Contributions like yours to the CITC through United Way have generated nearly $28.6 million to date to support critical community and economic development in Massachusetts. Whether it is incubating small businesses, stabilizing neighborhoods with affordable housing, or lifting community voices to advocate for change, CDCs are powerful economic engines across the Commonwealth. The CITC has also helped CDCs to build the necessary internal capacity to add and expand their programs and services, increase their community engagement, and catalyze nearly $3.2 billion in additional public and private funding to do their work. Every one of us has the potential to make a difference. Join us and invest in the Community Investment Tax Credit to create lasting, transformative change.

HOW TO GIVE
The Community Investment Tax Credit (CITC) offers a 50% state tax credit for gifts of $1000 or more, while fueling the work of more than 30 Community Development Corporations (CDCs) across the Commonwealth.

United Way is the lead fundraiser for the Community Investment Tax Credit, raising more than $21.4 million to date.

Thanks to you, CDCs can make big things happen. Gifts can be made by individuals, businesses or foundations to help lift the communities in greatest need. You can elect to support one or more specific CDC, or United Way’s Community Partnership Fund, which ensures your gift supports all participating CDCs. To mail your gift, send a check, noted for ‘CITC’ to: Attn: Stephanie Higgins United Way PO Box 412866 Boston, MA 02241-2866 Questions? Contact Stephanie at shiggins@supportunitedway.org Tax credits are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Community Partner designations received in excess of the maximum Massachusetts Department of Housing and Community Development-approved tax credits for a specific Community Partner will be designated to the General Partnership Fund. GIVING IS TAX DEDUCTIBLE In accordance with IRS requirements, we acknowledge that United Way of Massachusetts Bay, Inc. d/b/a United Way of Massachusetts Bay and Merrimack Valley has not provided any goods or services in consideration, in whole or in part, for this contribution, other than as they relate to Special Event Contributions. The amount deductible for federal income tax purposes is limited to the excess of the money contributed over the fair market value of the goods or services received in exchange for this contribution. Please refer to the promotional materials for the fair market value of goods or services received in exchange for your contribution. You may wish to consult your tax advisor with regard to your personal tax situation.

Proven Impact

homes built or preserved

jobs created or preserved

entrepreneurs empowered

families supported

community leaders engaged
TO LEARN MORE
Thanks for your interest in this growing movement across our Commonwealth. For more information, please contact us at citc@supportunitedway.org. For a one-page overview of the Community Investment Tax Credit (CITC), download it below.

Community Development Corporations

The following CDCs currently have credits in United Way’s Community Partnership Fund. ACT Lawrence Allston Brighton CDC Brookline CDC Chinatown Community Land Trust Coalition for a Better Acre Codman Square NDC Community Development Corporation of South Berkshire Community Economic Development Center Dorchester Bay Economic Development Corporation Dudley Neighbors Fenway Community Development Corporation Franklin County CDC Groundwork Lawrence Hilltown CDC Home City Development Housing Corp. of Arlington Latino Support Network Lawrence Community Works MACDC Main South CDC NOAH North Shore CDC Nuestra Comunidad Quaboag Valley CDC Revitalize CDC SEACMA Somerville Community Corporation South Boston NDC Southwest Boston CDC The Neighborhood Developers Valley CDC WATCH Way Finders Wellspring WHALE Worcester Common Ground
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