Can I ask non-profit for a statement in 2007 for 2006 unreimbursed volunteer expenses?

Question

I volunteer for a non-profit organization. I travel extensively for meetings, etc, out of pocket, and I maintain records of my travel (receipts, expense statements).

Several of the trips are required as part of my responsibilities. Most trips exceed $250/trip. But the non-profit did not give me a written statement. I noticed the IRS is asking for a written statement from the non-profit saying I was not reimbursed.

Can I ask for a statement now to substantiate I did not get reimbursed for my travel last year?

Answer 1

Sure, go ahead and ask, I can't imagine they wouldn't give it to you.

But you're running a little late here. If you show up tomorrow and insist on getting an itemized statement immediately, they might not be able to do that on no notice.

Good luck.