Can stimulus checks be returned

Answer 1

If you really, really don't want your stimulus check, then the easiest thing to do is to just tear it up and throw it away. You'll save on postage and possible confusion and the government will get to keep your money either way.

If you had your check direct deposited or have already cashed it, then just make check payable to the Bureau of the Public Debt, and in the memo section, notate that it is a Gift to reduce the Debt Held by the Public. Mail your check to:

Attn Dept G

Bureau of the Public Debt

P. O. Box 2188

Parkersburg, WV 26106-2188

But before you do that, consider there are many worthy charities that desperately need your help. There are groups that help hungry children here and abroad, help homeless and abused animals, research cures for horrible diseases, advocate for political prisoners, sponsor cultural and arts events, find jobs for the disabled, and so on. Surely there is a group or cause that matches your interests and that could use your help.