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Support Local Youth Through the AZ Tax Credit

Giving to New Pathways for Youth through the Arizona Charitable Tax Credit is a powerful way to invest in proven programs that help Phoenix-area youth build lives filled with joy and purpose.

Your gift directly supports one-to-one mentoring, our personal development curriculum, and wraparound support services that empower young people to graduate, pursue higher education, and achieve long-term stability.

In 2026, Arizona taxpayers can contribute up to $506 as an individual or $1,009 as a married couple filing jointly and may receive a dollar-for-dollar credit on their Arizona state taxes. To claim the credit, simply file AZ Form 321 and include QCO code 20267 when you submit your return. Your participation ensures that more youth have access to the guidance, opportunity, and belief they need to thrive. 

For more information, click here: AZ Department of Revenue 

Watch below to understand the impact of your Arizona Charitable Tax Credit donation.

Right now, we’re making the Arizona Charitable Tax Credit even more fun through a friendly competition we’re calling our Community-Led Fundraiser. Staff, board members, mentors, and supporters are rallying their networks to raise tax credit gifts—and yes, there’s a little bragging rights involved. Find your team, support your favorite fundraiser, or create your own giving page to help power opportunity for Phoenix youth. Every dollar redirected through the AZ Tax Credit strengthens the relationships and wraparound support that make transformation possible. Join the fun and start fundraising here.

How to Claim Your Arizona Charitable Tax Credit 

1. Make a qualifying gift 

Make your gift to New Pathways for Youth, a Qualifying Charitable Organization (QCO). New Pathways for Youth QCO code: 20267 

2. Maximum Amounts 

Give up to the annual Arizona Charitable Tax Credit maximum for your filing status. For 2026 Individual filers may claim up to $506 and married couples filing jointly may claim up to $1,009.

3. Give before the deadline 

For tax year 2026 gifts made before April 15, 2027 are eligible for the 2026 tax credit. 

4. Save your receipt 

Keep your donation receipt for your records. 

5. File your Arizona taxes 

Complete Arizona Form 321 and include QCO code 20267 when you file your state return. 

6. Claim your credit 

You may be eligible to receive a dollar-for-dollar credit on your Arizona state taxes, up to the allowed limit. 

Go to AZ Department of Revenue for more information and to access Form 321.  

Please consult with your tax professional for information regarding your specific situation. 

Tax Credit FAQ’s

The Arizona Charitable Tax Credit allows Arizona taxpayers to support a qualified charitable organization and receive a dollar-for-dollar credit on their Arizona state income taxes. Your gift may help provide mentorship, personal development, and wrap-around support services for local youth. 

Yes. New Pathways for Youth is a Qualified Charitable Organization (QCO) certified by the state of Arizona. Our QCO code is 20267. 

Arizona sets annual maximum credit amounts. For the 2026 tax year donors can give up to $506 as an individual or $1,009 as a married couple filing jointly. These limits may change, so donors should check the current year’s guidelines or consult a tax professional. 

A tax credit reduces the amount of Arizona state taxes you owe, dollar for dollar. This means your gift to New Pathways for Youth can directly lower your tax bill while transforming the life of a young person. A tax deduction lowers your taxable income. 

No. You can claim the Arizona Charitable Tax Credit for your gift to New Pathways for Youth whether or not you itemize deductions. Use Arizona Form 321 

Gifts made by December 31 generally qualify for that tax year. However, Arizona allows taxpayers to make a qualifying donation up until the tax filing deadline (April 15) and still claim it for the previous year. 

When you file your Arizona state taxes, save your receipt,  complete AZ Form 321 and enter QCO code 20267 along with your donation amount. 

Your gift helps youth gain access to one-to-one mentorship, personal development curriculum, and essential support that empowers them to overcome barriers and build strong, self-directed futures. 

Yes. Arizona offers multiple charitable tax credits. Depending on your tax situation, you may be able to support New Pathways for Youth and other qualifying organizations. 

Donors choose New Pathways for Youth because their support creates lasting change. Through mentorship, personal development and access to essential resources, youth gain the confidence, skills, and stability they need to build lives filled with joy and purpose. 

For more information about the tax credits:  click here.