https://www.siliconvalley.com/2021/12/16/giving-to-charity-more-taxpayers-can-deduct-donations-in-2021-under-irs-pandemic-rule/

In a normal year — and no, we have not had one of those lately — only the small minority of those who itemize their tax returns can deduct charitable donations.

This year, however, most folks can get a break for giving money to charity whether they itemize or not.