Maintaining Your Nonprofit's Tax-Exempt Status

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Starting a nonprofit is one thing -- but then you've got to make sure your organization doesn't run afoul of IRS rules requiring 990 filings, prohibiting lobbying or political activities, and so on. Learn more here.

The Basics on Staying Tax-Exempt

Could Your Nonprofit Lose Its Tax-Exempt Status?
Termination of your nonprofit's tax exemption is unlikely, but it's not impossible.
Protecting Your Nonprofit Corporation's Tax-Exempt Status
Learn how to protect your tax-exempt status while running a nonprofit corporation.
What Is Private Inurement?
Private inurement” is when a nonprofit's money is devoted to private uses instead of charitable purposes. Learn more.

Form 990 Filings learn more

Many Nonprofits Must File IRS Form 990-N to Stay Tax-Exempt
Your small nonprofit may need to file e-Postcard Form 990-N or risk losing its tax-exempt status.
Nonprofits and the Revised IRS Form 990
Here's what nonprofits need to know about the revised IRS Form 990.
Smaller Nonprofits and the IRS Form 990-N Filing Requirement
IRS rules require that nonprofits whose gross receipts are normally less than $50,000 per year file Form 990-N each year.
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Audits and Investigations of Nonprofits learn more

Avoiding IRS Tax Audits of Your Nonprofit
Even if your nonprofit is meeting all of its tax obligations, here's how to avoid the hassle of an IRS audit.
When Is a Nonprofit Required to Have an Independent Audit?
The IRS does not require nonprofits to obtain audits, but federal and state government agencies do depending on your nonprofit's size or spending.
Do Nonprofits Really Need to Worry About IRS Audits?
Find out just how small your chances are of getting audited by the IRS.
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Nonprofits and Political Activities learn more

Limits on Political Campaigning for 501(c)(3) Nonprofits
To avoid trouble with the IRS, your 501(c)(3) nonprofit shouldsteer clear of political campaigning.
How Much Lobbying Can a Nonprofit Do?
Nonprofits can lobby; the key is to make sure it remains at a level that is acceptable to the IRS.
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