Is the following QPQ logic for sponsors receiving tickets in exchange for sponsorship correct? Any input is greatly appreciated.
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The event is free to attend for all, with food and beverage provided (FMV: $30). Five attendees from the sponsoring company will attend.
#1: Since the event is free to all, the FMV of the tangible benefits received by the sponsors (food, beverage, etc.) should be deducted from the sponsorship payment, provided it exceeds the 2% rule.
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The event is not free, and the ticket cost is $100. Sponsors will receive 5 tickets.
#2: Deduct the $500 ticket cost (5 tickets x $100) from the sponsorship payment as QPQ.
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The event is not free, and the ticket cost is $100, with $25 of that amount going towards a scholarship. Sponsors will receive 5 tickets.
#3: Should we deduct only the $75 portion of the ticket cost as QPQ, since $25 is a charitable contribution, or should we deduct the entire $100 ticket cost?
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Jeff Shin
University Of San Diego
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