Miami, FL. September 3, 2025 — The Miami-Dade County Tax Collector’s Office, under the leadership of Tax Collector Dariel Fernandez, announced the approval of a new initiative that will allow residents to make voluntary contributions to support community-based organizations (CBOs) and cultural programs.
The measure, sponsored by Miami-Dade County Commissioner Oliver Gilbert III, and developed in partnership with the Tax Collector’s Office, was unanimously approved today by the Miami-Dade Board of County Commissioners.
Beginning November 1, 2025, the Tax Collector’s Office will send property tax notices to more than 1.5 million properties that will now include an insert with a QR code, giving residents a simple way to contribute directly to these community-driven programs.
“This is about partnership and giving people a choice,” said Tax Collector Fernandez. “I want to thank Commissioner Oliver Gilbert III, for working with us to develop this initiative and the County Commission for its unanimous approval. I also want to be clear: this program is entirely voluntary. The goal is simply to provide a straightforward, convenient option for those residents who want to give. No one is required.”
Fernandez stressed that this initiative is designed as another option for residents to support worthy organizations—without having to raise taxes. “I strongly believe in organizations that truly give back to our community, not in those that create more government dependency,” he said. “This approach empowers residents to directly support programs that strengthen our neighborhoods, while avoiding additional taxes or bureaucracy.”
He also highlighted the Tax Collector’s proven record of returning value to residents. “This year alone, our office will deliver $26 million in operational savings and foregone commissions, funds that helped to restore some lifeguards, strengthened public safety, eliminated fees at county parks, and repaired neighborhood roads,” Fernandez added. “Just as we’ve returned savings to the people, this new option gives residents another way, if they choose, to invest directly in these programs.”
Contributions are completely voluntary. All funds collected will be distributed to Miami-Dade County. The Tax Collector’s Office is shouldering the burden and cost of collection and will not retain or use any of these contributions. This initiative does not constitute or imply endorsement, and residents should consult their tax advisor regarding deductibility.
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