Invest in St. Louis Communities with AHAP Tax Credits
DeSales Community Development has been awarded Affordable Housing Assistance Program (AHAP) Operating Tax Credits from the Missouri Housing Development Commission (MHDC). This means that if you or your business is eligible, your donation to DeSales could qualify for a 55% Missouri state tax credit—in addition to the standard federal charitable deduction.
Who qualifies?
corporations
small businesses
sole proprietors
farmers
partnerships
S-Corporations and their partnerships
rental property owners
financial institutions
private foundations with Missouri tax liability.
What kind of donations are eligible?
Must be cash or publicly traded stock
Must be accompanied by a proof of donation (such as a cleared check or credit card statement)
Must be made during the eligible window (before April 30th, 2026)
Must support general operations
Must not be used for any other Missouri tax credit program
Here’s how it works:
Make an eligible donation between now and April 30th, 2026.
Work with the DeSales team to complete all required forms.
If approved, MHDC will issue you a tax credit certificate for use on your Missouri state tax return.
Please contact Becky Reinhart (becky@desalescd.com) for assistance in making a donation. Thank you for investing in stronger, more inclusive St. Louis communities!
