Notwithstanding any other provision of law, any credit or deduction allowed by Section 23606 or 24357.8 shall not be disallowed on the basis that the contribution is made for the primary or incidental purpose of benefiting the donor in any of the following ways:
(a) Encouraging institutions to interest and train students to use a computer, scientific equipment, or apparatus, thereby enlarging the future potential market by developing prospective purchases.
(b) Developing and maintaining a favorable public image.