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Georgia HEART Rural Hospital Tax Credit Program

DONALSONVILLE HOSPITAL INC

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Funding Amount

Up to $5,000 - $25,000 depending on filer type

Deadline

June 30, 2026

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Grant Type

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Overview

Georgia HEART Rural Hospital Tax Credit Program

Overview: The Georgia HEART (Healthcare Education and Recruitment Tax) program is a state tax credit program that allows Georgia taxpayers to direct their state income tax dollars to support rural hospitals like Donalsonville Hospital. Contributors receive a 100% Georgia state income tax credit for their charitable contributions.

Program Purpose:

  • Support rural hospitals in Georgia

  • Allow taxpayers to decide how their tax dollars are spent

  • Strengthen healthcare delivery in rural communities

  • Support Donalsonville Hospital's mission to serve Seminole County, GA

    • Contribution Limits (January 1 - June 30 annual period):

  • Individual Filer: Up to $5,000

  • Married Filing Separately: Up to $5,000

  • Married Filing Jointly: Up to $10,000

  • Individual Owner of S-Corp, LLC, or Partnership (Pass-Through Entity) not paying tax at entity level: Up to $25,000

  • C Corporation, Trust, or Pass-Through Entity electing to pay tax at entity level: Up to 75% of annual Georgia tax liability

    • Tax Credit Benefit:

  • 100% state income tax credit for amounts contributed

  • Credit applies to 2026 Georgia income tax return

    • Special Business Owner Benefits:

  • Georgia HB 149 allows pass-through businesses to elect entity-level tax payment

  • Creates SALT (State & Local Income Tax) limit workaround

  • Generates federal tax savings plus Georgia tax credit (double-tax benefit)

  • Pass-through entities can contribute up to 75% of annual Georgia income tax liability (expanded from previous $10,000 limit)

    • Eligible Beneficiary:

  • Donalsonville Hospital (rural hospital in Georgia)

    • Geographic Scope:

  • Program operates statewide in Georgia

  • Contributions support rural hospitals throughout the state

  • Donalsonville Hospital located in Seminole County, GA

    • Program Administration:

  • Managed by Georgia HEART

  • Submissions to Georgia Department of Revenue (DOR)

  • Approval required before contribution

    • Contact Information:

  • Georgia HEART

  • 3740 Davinci Court, Suite 375

  • Peachtree Corners, GA 30092

  • Website: www.georgiaheart.org

  • Donalsonville Hospital: 229-524-5217

    • How to Apply

    Three-Step Process to Receive Tax Credit

    #### Step 1: Apply
    Action: Submit your 2026 HEART tax credit application

  • Apply online at Georgia HEART website

  • Georgia HEART submits application to Georgia Department of Revenue (DOR) for approval

  • Application deadline: June 30, 2026 (for 2026 tax year)

    • #### Step 2: Make Payment
    Timing: Within 180 days of DOR approval
    Payment Options:

  • Check payment: Make checks payable to Donalsonville Hospital and mail to:

    • - Georgia HEART
    - 3740 Davinci Court, Suite 375
    - Peachtree Corners, GA 30092
  • ACH (electronic) payment option available

    • Payment Amount: Based on your contribution limit and desired amount (see overview for limits by filer type)

    #### Step 3: Claim Tax Credit
    Action: Use tax receipt for 2026 Georgia income tax return

  • Georgia HEART provides tax receipt documentation

  • Attach receipt to 2026 Georgia income tax return when filing

  • Claim 100% credit for contribution amount

    • Documentation Provided:

  • Tax receipt from Georgia HEART for claiming credit

  • Confirmation of approval from Georgia Department of Revenue

  • Payment confirmation documentation

      • Additional Information

    • Visit www.georgiaheart.org for complete program details
    • Contact Georgia HEART directly for application assistance
    • For hospital-specific information: Donalsonville Hospital, 229-524-5217
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