Colorado’s Child Care Contribution Tax Credit (CCCTC)

MAXIMIZE YOUR IMPACT.
MINIMIZE YOUR TAXES.

Donate to the Early
Childhood Council

Get a 50% Colorado Tax
Credit on your donation

Any applicable
Federal Tax Credits

Transform Taxes into
Community Impact

When you support the Early Childhood Council of Boulder County, up to 50% of your donation comes right back to you at tax time. You get to direct your state tax dollars toward quality early care and education for local children.

This material is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, tax, legal, or accounting advice.

Tax Credit Guidelines & Eligibility

    • Monetary Donations Only: Donations must be made directly via cash, check, or credit card. Gifts of stock, property, or in-kind services do not qualify.

    • Qualified Entities: Resident and non-resident individuals, C-corporations, trusts, estates, S-corporations, and pass-through entities are all eligible.

    • IRA Distributions: Direct monetary Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs) from an IRA qualify for the credit.

    • Ineligible Contributions: Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs) or private foundation gifts are ineligible under state guidelines.

    1. Make a Direct Gift: Donate directly to the Early Childhood Council of Boulder County via check or online.

    2. Receive Form DR 1317: ECCBC will send you an official Colorado Department of Revenue Form DR 1317 certifying your contribution.

    3. File Your Tax Return: Submit a copy of Form DR 1317 when filing your annual Colorado state income tax return to receive your 50% credit.

    • No Minimum Required: There is no minimum donation size required to qualify for the tax credit.

    • Annual Credit Limit: The maximum credit allowed per taxpayer is $100,000 per tax year (applies jointly to married couples filing together).

    • 5-Year Carryforward: If your credit exceeds your total Colorado tax liability for the year, you can carry forward unused credits for up to 5 tax years.

Give Today. Let's Create Change.

Give Today. Let's Create Change.

Every dollar stays right here in Boulder County—helping us expand access to quality care, empower local early childhood educators, and ensure every young child thrives.