Food bank donation tax credit runs five more tax years
The 15% state tax credit for farmers, packers and processors, but not retailers, who donate produce and certain other foods to California food banks now runs five more tax years. The Emergency Food for Families donation line also stays on state income tax returns.
Who it affects
Farmers and food packers and processors that donate to food banks, not retailers
When
This law took effect on September 27, 2026, but the changes described here start on January 1, 2027.
- : Signed into law; Law took effect
- : The changes described here start to apply: Credit keeps applying past its old end date
- : Credit no longer applies to tax years starting this day
Official text
California SB 881: Income taxation: credits: voluntary contributions: food bank donations.
On California Legislative Information. The official text is what counts; read it before you act.
Not legal advice. Plain-English summaries to help you find what changes and when. Not legal advice: read the official text, and ask a lawyer about your situation.