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You cannot do both. You will have to determine which deduction gives you the lower tax.<\/p>\n<p>The standard deduction is a dollar amount that reduces your taxable income. It is a benefit that eliminates the need to itemize your deductions. Your standard deduction is based on number of factors including your filing status. Most people benefit from the standard deduction when your standard deduction is greater than the amount of your itemized deductions.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>No, if you take the standard deduction you do not need to itemize your donation deduction. However, if you want your deductible charitable contributions you must itemize your donation deduction on Form 1040, Schedule A: Itemized Deductions. 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