In 2023, new legislation (O.C.G.A. § 48-7-29.25) was enacted to allow Georgia taxpayers to claim a state income tax credit for supporting local public safety efforts by contributing to qualified law enforcement foundations.
All funds donated through this program will be used directly to support the Dunwoody Police Department through officer training, wellness programs, and specialized equipment purchases that enhance the department’s ability to serve our community.
This program is currently open for enrollment for the 2025 tax year.
You can register for the program now by clicking the link below and completing the additional steps in time for your 2025 tax filing.
2025 Tax Credit Limits
The LESS Crime Act allows the following tax credits against your annual Georgia state income tax liability:
Additional Links:
1) Register for Pre-Approval:
Click here to register for pre-approval with the Georgia Tax Center. For step-by-step registration instructions, click here.
2) Receive State Approval:
Within 30 days, the Georgia Department of Revenue will send you a letter approving your registration.
3) Make Your Donation:
You will have 60 days from approval to make your payment to the Dunwoody Police Foundation.
4) Receive Your Confirmation:
Once your payment is received, the Dunwoody Police Foundation will issue Form IT-QLED-LEF1 for your records.
5) Claim Your Credit:
Beginning January 2026, taxpayers will submit Form IT-QLED-TP2 with their 2025 tax filings to receive the credit
Your Donation Makes a Direct Difference
Every dollar you contribute through the LESS Crime Act goes toward improving public safety in Dunwoody — from funding advanced officer training to purchasing life-saving tools and supporting wellness programs that help our officers stay strong for the community they serve.
Send us a message if you have any questions! We are here to help.
YES, If you already have a Georgia Tax Center account for the correct account type you are wanting the tax credit for, use your existing account. You will need to create an account based on what you want the tax credit for. i.e., If you want to qualify for the tax credit as a business, you must create a ‘Business Income Tax’ account. If you want to qualify for the tax credit as an individual or couple, you must create an ‘Individual Income Tax’ account.
Yes, you can qualify for multiple different tax credits within the same tax year.
Once you have received your approval letter from the Department of Revenue, you will have 60 days to make the payment to Dunwoody Police Foundation.
Once your donation payment is received, the foundation will mail you a packet that includes Form IT-QLED-LEF1 completed on your behalf, confirming receipt of your contribution. The packet will also include a blank copy of Form IT-QLED-TP2 (commonly referred to as TP2), which you must complete and attach to your 2025 Georgia tax return when filing in 2026 to claim the tax credit.
The foundation completes the IT-QLED-LEF1 to verify your donation.
You (the taxpayer) complete the IT-QLED-TP2 and submit it with your return.
The form is required for your 2025 state tax filing, submitted in 2026.
Packet delivery is typically by mail after payment is processed.
We accept checks mailed to our main office or credit card payments made through our LESS Crime Act webpage. If paying by check, please write “LESS Crime Act” in the memo line and mail it to the address listed below. Donations can also be made online by clicking the payment portal link.
By Check: Please include LESS Crime Act in the memo and mail to:
4780 Ashford Dunwoody Road, Suite 540-235
Dunwoody, GA 30338
Online Payment: Click here to access the secure donation portal
You can send us a message through our contact page, and a member of our team will get back to you by the next business day.
The Dunwoody Police Foundation is committed to serving the community through law enforcement, crime prevention, and community engagement.
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