The Colorado Homeless Contribution Income Tax Credit (HCTC) provides a tax credit to Colorado taxpayers who contribute to eligible homelessness-related projects within Colorado. Taxpayers who make a certified contribution can claim 25% (for non-rural projects) or 30% (for rural projects) of their donation of $100 or more. This may motivate taxpayers to contribute more to your organization!
Join the virtual information sessions to learn the details on the following:
- The HCTC Program’s benefits and requirements for nonprofit participants
- Eligibility parameters
- Directions on submitting the online eligibility form
Information Sessions Details
Session One
Thursday, September 11, 2025 from 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Session Two
Thursday, October 2, 2025 from 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
We will record the sessions for later access on the Homeless Contribution Income Tax Credit website.
Homeless Contribution Income Tax Credit Project Categories
Eligible projects, either operational services or a capital campaign, must primarily assist individuals or families experiencing homelessness or, in the case of prevention, those at imminent risk of homelessness.
Operational Services
- Outreach efforts
- Safe emergency, temporary, or transitional shelters
- Prevention services that target individuals or families facing imminent risk of homelessness
- Supportive housing
- Employment outcome services
- Case management
- Domestic violence shelters & services
- Other services identified as emerging, promising, and providing best practices
Capital Campaign
- Supportive housing
- Community overnight shelters, day shelters, or emergency shelters
- Facilities used to provide housing or services to individuals or families experiencing homelessness, including facilities that are necessary to perform qualifying services
Eligibility Application Submissions
Interested organizations should submit eligibility applications by October 15, 2025. If approved, the nonprofit can begin issuing tax credits for qualifying donations in tax year 2026. Submit applications by October 1, 2025 for consideration for 2025 eligibility.