Sponsor Hunger in the Creighton Community

Become a hunger changemaker in the Creighton Community. We depend upon corporate sponsors of all types, from in-kind goods to cash donations to team building volunteers as the driving force behind addressing community hunger.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Your Sponsorship is a 100% Charitable Donation, and we'll recognize your support in our communities over this following year.

Learn More About the Sponsorship Opportunities

Want to learn more about how to become a sponsor and the Operation Fresh Start Program? Click the button below to download the PDF.

Donate: https://creighton.gives/taxcredits

How Families can Access Food Resources Through Your Support

Access to Operation Fresh Start is simple and dignified, managed through direct referrals from our trusted school district partners. Families and staff in need will be directed to our community food store, FrescaZona, where our team will privately and respectfully confirm their household's participation in the SNAP program.

Sponsor Hunger in the Creighton Community

In addition to helping relieve hunger in the Creighton Community, sponsors benefit from showcasing their commitment to the Creighton School District and gaining brand visibility with District partners, including other school districts, business partners, non-profits, faith leaders, and community members.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an Arizona QCO Tax Credit?

It’s a dollar-for-dollar credit on your Arizona state taxes for contributions to qualified charitable organizations, up to $495 for individuals or $987 for joint filers.

How does my tournament registration work withthe tax credit?
Player registrations are covered through apooled registration fund supported by QCO donations. Each registrant receivestheir own QCO tax credit receipt.
What’s required to file the tax credit?
You’ll need the official receipt issued in yourname by our organization, along with the QCO code. Attach Form 321 when filingyour Arizona taxes.
If my company is a sponsor, how is that treatedfor tax purposes?
Sponsors receive a receipt for the fullsponsorship amount (including registration pool contributions, meals, andrelated items). Sponsorships are typically treated as business/marketingexpenses under IRC §162. These are fully deductible “above the line,” with nopercentage limit. Some organizations may instead choose to treat their supportas a charitable contribution under IRC §170, which is a “below the line”deduction subject to the 10% corporate income limit. Any QCO receipts areissued only to individual registrants, not to the sponsoring company. Pleaseconsult your accountant or finance team for guidance.
Does every registrant automatically get thecredit?
Each registrant receives a receipt, buteligibility to claim depends on their individual Arizona tax situation.
Could this be considered employee compensation?
No. Registrations are funded from a pooled QCOdonation fund and not earmarked by employers. Because there is no directemployer-to-employee benefit, this is not treated as compensation.
Can I make my own QCO donation in addition to myregistration?
Yes. Many players choose to contributepersonally, doubling the impact while still qualifying for the credit on theirown return.
How are QCO donations tracked?
All QCO donations are accounted for separately,and receipts are issued directly to the individual donor or registrant.
Can a Donor Advised Fund (DAF) be used forregistration or sponsorship?
No. Donor Advised Fund grants cannot be used forsponsorships, event registrations, or any arrangement that provides a personalbenefit or state tax credit. If you’d like to support the event through a DAF,please contact us to discuss grant opportunities that qualify as generalcharitable support.
Where can I learn more about the credit itself?
See the Arizona Department of Revenue’sQualified Charitable Organizations page for official guidelines. LINK: https://azdor.gov/tax-credits/credits-contributions-qcos-and-qfcos

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Operated by: Creighton Community Foundation 3219 E Camelback Rd, #376Phoenix, AZ 85018