Applying for 501(c)(3) Tax-Exempt Status
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This pamphlet provides answers to commonly asked questions about the exemption application process, including: Why apply for 501(c)(3) status? Who is eligible for 501(c)(3) status? What responsibilities accompany 501(c)(3) status? How do you apply for 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status?
By: Internal Revenue Service
DC Zoning Guide This guide is intended to
introduce small businesses and nonprofit organizations to the District of
Columbia?s zoning laws and regulations and provide guidance to those
navigating the zoning process.
Doing Business in DC This guide, created and published by the Washington DC Economic Partnership, covers information essential to relocating, starting and expanding your business in DC. It covers start-up considerations, business registration & licensing, financing, taxes and other important issues about creating a successful business in the District of Columbia.
Form 1023 - Application for Recognition of Exemption under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code
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By: Internal Revenue Service
Instructions for Form 1023 - Application for Recognition of Exemption
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By: Internal Revenue Service
IRS Guide to the Office of Exempt Organizations
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Describes the services provided by the Office of Exempt Organizations, including customer education & outreach, rulings and agreements, examinations, and customer account services.
By: Internal Revenue Service
Legal Alert - Securing Waivers of Liability from Volunteers of Nonprofits This alert explains the importance of
nonprofit organizations protecting themselves from
potential personal injury liability by making
sure it obtains signed waivers from its
volunteers.
Starting a Nonprofit Organization
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Provides answers to the questions founding boards should ask before starting a non-profit organization as well as general information for nonprofit boards.
By: BoardSource
Trademark Protection for Nonprofit Organizations This legal alert provides guidance to nonprofit organizations about their rights and responsibilities with respect to trademarks, including adopting a trademark, applying for federal trademark protection, and proper usage of trademarks.
By: D.C. Bar Pro Bono Program
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LawHelp.org/DC is a project of the D.C. Bar Pro Bono Program with support from the D.C. Consortium of Legal Services Providers and funding from the D.C. Bar Foundation.
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