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File Library


This file library contains is a list of files available for download. These files are organized and stored inside folders. You can browse these folders below to locate your file, or you can use the "File Library Search" feature at the top of this page. Enjoy!

Main Government Reference for Nonprofits


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Election/Revocation of Election by an Eligible Section 501(c)(3) Organization to Make Expenditures to Influence Legislation
IRS Form 5768. Using this form, 501(c)(3) organizations can "elect" to be subject to an objectively measured expenditure test with respect to lobbying activities rather than the less precise "substantial activity" test. 0 B Download
Author: Internal Revenue Service Date: 1-13-2004
Tax-Exempt Status for Your Organization
IRS Publication 557 0 B Download
Author: Internal Revenue Service Date: 11-18-2003
Applying for 501(c)(3) Tax-Exempt Status
IRS Publication 4220. Explains why groups should consider applying for 501(c)(3) status, what types of groups are eligible, and the responsibilities and procedure for obtaining that designation. (2003, 16 pages) 0 B Download
Author: Internal Revenue Service Date: 11-18-2003
Compliance Guide for 501(c)(3) Tax-Exempt Organizations
IRS Publication 4221, explaining why and what types of records must be kept; how long they must be kept; federal tax returrns and reports that must be filed; and disclosures that must be made. (2003, 20 pages) 0 B Download
Author: Internal Revenue Service Date: 11-18-2003