About California's Tax Check-off Program

California is one of 41 states that allows taxpayers to make a voluntary contribution to a range of causes when completing and filing their yearly state tax return. Since 1984, California's tax check-off program has raised over $81 million and provided critical funding to public health, social service, and environmental protection programs. For a list of funds participating in the 2007 California tax check-off program, please go to:

List of Funds

Taxpayers and tax prepares have embraced the tax check-off program. The tax-deductible contributions, which average $12 per taxpayer, have added up to make a significant difference in the health and well-being of Californians, especially those in need. The check-off line item appears under "contributions" on the California state tax return.

Checkoff California News

Governor Schwarzenegger encourages Californians to check off this tax season.

Click here to read the 2008 message from California's Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger.

California Tax Check-off Funds

To learn about the funds in California's voluntary tax check-off program and how you can make a difference:
click here

Checkoff California Corporate Sponsor

Thank you to Jackson Hewitt Tax Service, Inc. for serving as Title Sponsor of the Checkoff California launch.

To learn more about Jackson Hewitt's tax preparation services, click here.