Is there a limit to how much charity can be deducted on my tax return?

 Is there a limit to how much charity can be deducted on my tax return?

Generally, contributions to public charities cannot exceed 50% of a taxpayer's income.

Example: A taxpayer made $50,000 in a year and contributed $500 to a hospital. The entire amount is deductible because the $500 is well below the 50% of the taxpayer's income.