Are all donations to non-profit organizations tax exempt?

Question

I mean tax deductable.

Answer 1

The only donations that don't count are donations to the government.  For example, a donation to pay down the Federal Debt is not tax deductible.

Answer 2

Almost. ... Its hard to find one that isnt

Answer 3

No, just because an organization is non-profit does not qualify it to receive tax-deductible contributions.

Except for government units and religious organizations, organizations generally have to receive written approval from the IRS before contributions they receive are tax-deductible.

The IRS maintains a list of approved organizations.

In addition, even though your donation may be made to an IRS approved organization, your donation is not tax-deductible under certain circumstances.  Examples are if you specify the donation for a particular person, if you personally benefit from the donation, if you specify the donation for a noncharitable use, and several other circumstances.