Leaders at several Asheville-area nonprofits say donations on track despite tax law

A change in federal law that removed an incentive for charitable giving for many taxpayers does not appear to be making a big dent in contributions to local nonprofits. At Meals on Wheels of Asheville & Buncombe County, director of development Debbie Sprouse said some donors are aware of the change that means many taxpayers can no longer deduct contributions on their tax form. But, she said, figures so far do not indicate a major shift in giving. "I have had a few donors express concern, but not anything overwhelming," she said Friday. "I feel like we are on target to receive similar donations. I'm not seeing a significant impact." Leaders at five other nonprofits in the area made similar comments Thursday and Friday. But, the head of one agency said it has seen a decline in donations because of the new law and officials at another said it is too soon to tell whether it will make a difference.