Complete IRS application for 501c3

Short break down of the benefits of obtaining your 501c3

Instructions for the IRS 501c3 application

This booklet was published by the IRS to help explain the 501c3 application process

The State of the Law: Developments in the Law Concerning Government Partnerships with Religious Organizations Ira C. Lupu and Robert W. Tuttle Co-Directors of Legal Analysis, The Roundtable on Religion and Social Welfare Policy Professors of Law, George Washington University

Interviews with faith-based contractors that have successfully navigated the waters of government funding reveal several practices from which new contractors can learn. Several tips on how to show “due diligence” in complying with regulations are listed in this two page resource.

This booklet is intended to serve as a guide for nonprofit organizations to help them understand their obligations under new public disclosure requirements that were adopted by the IRS in 1999.

Complete guide that oulines exactlly how to effectively establish a nonprofit organizaiton including how to obtain your 501c3 designation

This document explains the recent ruling of the IRS regarding 501c3 Revenue

This document lists general rules and answers frequently asked questions regarding collaboration between government and faith-based organizations. It tackles issues raised when FBOs receive direct grant or contract funding from government and those that come into play when FBOs receive indirect public funding (e.g., through vouchers). Practitioners and public administrators will also find the document's observations regarding employment issues faced by FBOs partnering with government particularly useful

Publication 417, Nonprofit Standard Mail Eligibility: Nonprofit and Other Qualified Organizations, discusses eligibility, authorization, and the rules for mailing at the Nonprofit Standard Mail (nonprofit) rates. Many customers find it helpful to reference this publication to gain authorization and determine the eligibility of their mailpiece

This concise overview summarizes the requirements of the Federal Election Campaign Act and the Internal Revenue Code as they apply to churches and pastors.3 As guidelines, they may not address every situation that you face and should not be construed as legal advice relevant to your specific set of facts.

This 44 page resource defines Permissible Uses of Public Funds by Faith-Based Social Service Providers.

Protecting the Civil Rights and Religious Liberty of Faith-Based Organizations Why Religious Hiring Rights Must Be Preserved

This is a sample of a complete IRS form 1023 (aka 501c3 Application)

This is a sample of articles of incorporation for a 501c3 application

Sample attachments that are included in the 501c3 application

Sample conflict of interest resolution to be included with a 501c3 application when applicable

Sample bylaws for a 501ce application

Churches and religious organizations, like many other charitable organizations, qualify for exemption from federal income tax under IRC section 501(c)(3) and are generally eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions.