Tax break for art patrons generates 25mn in donations

(ANSA) - Rome, October 2 - A government tax break on art-related donations has encouraged patrons of the arts to give over 25 million euros in support of the country's cultural heritage, Culture Undersecretary Francesca Barracciu said Friday.
    The so-called art bonus allows for a 65% deduction on eligible donations.
    Barracciu said she is working to "keep the incentive at 65% in the next budget, and hopefully to make it permanent".
    So far 685 patrons have made donations to 188 beneficiaries in municipalities across Italy.