Ways to Give
Because every child deserves a first chance.
First Chance for Children relies on the generosity of our community to inspire greatness and support growth for our next generation. Together, we can create opportunity, change circumstances, and impact life long outcomes for families. You can make a difference by supporting First Chance for Children with a financial gift, donating items, volunteering, or attending an event.
Monthly Giving
Help more families reach their full potential with your year-round impact.
Diaper Bank Tax Credits are here!
Missouri Diaper Bank Tax Credit — Quick Overview
50% state tax credit on eligible donations of $100+ to a qualified diaper bank (like FC4C).
Available to corporations, financial institutions, S-corp shareholders, partnerships, insurers, express companies, and individuals subject to Missouri tax.
Credit cap: up to $50,000 per taxpayer per year (cannot exceed your MO tax liability that year).
Carryforward: any unused credit may be carried forward to the next tax year.
FC4C is a qualified Missouri diaper bank (Missouri nonprofit; IRS tax-exempt; regularly distributing diapers/hygiene products to multiple partner agencies at no charge).
How it works (simple):
You make a contribution (cash, stock, bonds, or other marketable securities).
We handle the state paperwork and provide you the documentation needed to claim the 50% MO tax credit.
You may also be eligible to take a charitable deduction (consult your tax advisor).
Illustrative example: A $20,000 gift could yield a $10,000 Missouri tax credit, plus any applicable charitable deduction benefits while directly supplying critical diapers and hygiene items for local babies and caregivers.
For more information contact Amy Ayala at ayalaa@fc4c.org or Gay Litteken at glitteken@fc4c.org