What's New for 2026: Tax Rules You Should Know

The headline changes

The 2026 tax year adjusts standard deduction amounts and keeps the charitable contribution limit at 60% of AGI for cash gifts to qualified organizations.

Charitable mileage rate

The IRS charitable mileage rate is updated for 2026. Let's Deduct! uses the current rate when you log volunteer driving.

What it means for you

• If your total itemized deductions (including charity) beat the standard deduction, you save by itemizing.
• Even small donations add up — track them all year, not just in December.
• Use the Deduction Calculator in the app to see your potential savings in real time.

This is general info, not tax advice. Check the in-app Tax Rules page for the figures we use.