Single Mom Awards

A Tax Break For Being A Single Parent?


I have often wondered why single parents do not receive a tax break with The Internal Revenue Service, for their single parent status. Head of Household is a deduction. But married couples who fall into this category gain recognition, which grants a notable tax reduction as a result of their filing status. The United States is home to more than 11 million single custodial parents. With that thought in mind, I wondered "Why don’t we ask for a tax break?" That’s when I realized that wondering does not warrant action. Action warrants action.

Together We Can and Will Make A Difference



I believe this wholeheartedly. There is strength in organization and numbers. Help us deliver the message to Congress. Click here to go to the U.S. Congress web site, then click on your state link and send E-mail to your Congressional Representative. Make them aware that you are a single parent who wants to be heard. Share the difficulties of single parenting and ask them for their help. Tell them the financial hardships and give them a reason to help us make a difference. Ask your Congressman or Congresswoman to write a tax bill, which allows a deduction for single parent filing status.

~ Sample Letter ~

 

Feel free to copy and paste the following letter to your representative. You must sign your e-mail with a first and last name.

Dear (Your State Representative Here):

As a single parent, living in the state of (Your State Here) , I am requesting your recognition and attention, to the outstanding number of single custodial parents in your district. The vast majority of which are hardworking, tax paying, loyal, voting and responsible individuals. There are more than 11 million single custodial parents residing in The United States of America today. Many of us are primary single parents 100% of the time.

I recognize that you alone are unable to decrease the National Deficit, therefore decreasing the amount of tax withheld from our salaries. But with your help, a tax code revision could be written which would allow the single custodial one income family, an additional Income Tax deduction with the Internal Revenue Service. Therefore impacting our financial situation.

Your immediate attention to this greatly overlooked issue, is appreciated.
~ Together We Can & Will Make A Difference ~
Sincerely,

(Your Name Here)
Single Parent

 

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Together We Can & Will Make A Difference