Iodine (in the form of iodide) is added to table salt to help prevent iodine deficiency. Since the 1980s there have been efforts to have universal salt iodization. This has been an affordable and effective way to combat iodine deficiency around the world, but not all salt contains iodine, however.
Generally, a qualified charitable distribution is an otherwise taxable distribution from an IRA (other than an ongoing SEP or SIMPLE IRA) owned by an individual who is age 70Â½ or over that is paid directly from the IRA to a qualified charity.
Based on my research, the correct answer is maybe. Unreimbursed or out of pocket contributions to a qualified charity are allowable deductions under IRS code section 170. HOI, Inc. . is a qualified charity and maintains a current 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status with the Internal Revenue Service.