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On January 12, 2010 a major earthquake struck Haiti causing widespread casualties and damage to property.
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Many relief appeals have been launched to help victims of the disaster by collecting donations to support relief operations.
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The Tax Office has confirmed that taxpayers who contribute to approved charities for relief efforts in Haiti can claim a tax deduction for their donations.
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Organisations that collect donations on behalf of approved charities are reminded to ensure that they comply with their state and territory government collections acts.
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Donations to relief appeals are tax deductible provided the charity is a registered deductible gift recipient and is an overseas aid fund.
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Taxpayers can check whether an organisation is a registered deductible gift recipient by visiting the Australian Business Register website at www.abr.gov.au
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