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Important Considerations for Nonprofits When Applying for IRC 501(c)(3) Status: Part 1

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I was fortunate during those 18 years to be assigned to a variety of tasks, one of which was to teach tax-exempt application Determination Specialists in Cincinnati, OH and to be assigned as the Group Manager of an examination group for 4 years prior to retirement. This page gives ten tips to avoid delay in the Form 1023 process.

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How Lessons Learned From Fighting Food Insecurity Can Help Your Nonprofit

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Once you have identified what resources you are saving and how you think they should be utilized, do your due diligence to make sure you’re following all applicable federal, state, and local laws as well as relevant court decisions. After many years of lobbying and hard work, the GSA was passed, enabling all parties to help people.

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A Guide for Private Foundations: Tax Exemption and 990-PF Filing Requirements

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The sheer volume of forms and documents can easily overwhelm even the most organized nonprofit. Once these requirements have been met and the application has been approved, an organization is generally recognized as tax-exempt. Similarly, involvement in lobbying activities by private foundations is also limited. But fear not!

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Measure What You Value: Designing a Values-based Performance Appraisal System

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Some organizations spend millions of dollars on outside consultants to develop and publicize their values — you may see them in fancy plaques or posters in the lobbies of their buildings and emblazoned on company literature. On the other side of the spectrum are values we signpost with everything we’ve got.

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An Essential Guide to Nonprofit Financial Management (Best Practices and Tips)

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Other examples of internal controls include: Requiring team members to log out of applications or computers when not using them. Document all of your controls for team member clarity and periodically audit the controls themselves. Avoid supporting political or lobbying campaigns. Segregation of duties for transactions.

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Is Your Organization Following 501(c)(3) Donation Rules?

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Limitations on Political Activities – A scientific research institute that does not participate in political campaigns or lobbying. The organization has adopted a non-discrimination policy applicable to hiring practices, clientele services, and, if applicable, membership criteria.