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Check list for Non Profit Organizations 2025

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The document is a checklist for non-profit organizations applying for 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status, prepared by Carol Topp, CPA. It outlines essential steps including choosing a name, forming a board of directors, obtaining an EIN, developing bylaws, incorporating in the state, setting a budget, and filing IRS Form 1023. The document emphasizes the importance of following IRS guidelines and offers assistance for the application process.

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How to keep your non-profit in compliance a checklist?

Thou Shalt Keep good records. File a 990 informational return on time. Act in ance with Company Bylaws. Conduct proper board meetings. Make a conflict of interest policy. Not allow a paid officer to also be a director. Not pay a director, who is also an officer or member.

What records are required for a 501c3?

A nonprofit must have all of the records that support income, expenses, and credits reported on Form 990 for federal returns and state tax returns. The books of a nonprofit must be available for inspection by the IRS at all times.

How do we hold nonprofits accountable?

Practices like ethics, internal controls, governance, financial transparency, and governance demonstrate accountability. Nonprofit organizations are not only accountable to the donors but also the public for ethical behaviors and compliance with the guidelines.

How to maintain your 501c3 status?

How to maintain your tax-exempt status Establishing a corporate board. Having a purpose. Documenting any donations received. Adhering to an approval process for contracts and other agreements. Understanding lobbying laws. Avoiding all political campaign activities. Paying taxes on unrelated business income.

What is the 33% rule for nonprofits?

If your organization receives more than 10 percent but less than 33-1/3 percent of its support from the general public or a governmental unit, it can qualify as a public charity if it can establish that, under all the facts and circumstances, it normally receives a substantial part of its support from governmental

How to start a nonprofit checklist?

The 8-Step Complete Checklist for Starting a Nonprofit Define Mission, Vision, and Values. Do Research of the Space and Available Grants. Choose a Name. Establish Your Nonprofit Team. Build a Board of Directors. Legally Incorporate Your Nonprofit. Build an Online Presence for Your Nonprofit. Start Applying for Grants.

What is compliance in a non-profit?

Compliance laws protect the public and ensure that nonprofit organizations are eligible to receive the financial advantages offered and that they do not abuse these advantages. Depending on your state, funding and other factors, your compliance and audit requirements might vary.

Check list for Non Profit Organizations 2025

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