Nonprofit organizations that may qualify for tax-exemption
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IRS 501(c)(3)
The
following list may be useful as you consider whether or
not to form a nonprofit organization.
If an organization is
applying for state and federal tax exemption, it must show
that it is organized and operated for purposes that are
beneficial to the public interest.
Some examples include
organizations organized for:
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Relief
of the poor, the distressed, or the underprivileged,
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Advancement of education or science
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Erection or maintenance of public buildings,
monuments, or works,
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Lessening the burdens of government,
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Lessening of neighborhood tensions,
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Elimination of prejudice and discrimination,
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Defense of human and civil rights secured by law,
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Combating community deterioration and juvenile
delinquency,
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Advancement of religion,
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Examples of specific
types of programs (based on our list of current and
past clients):
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educational, charitable, arts, and religious programs;
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alternative/community schools
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after-school programs;
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cultural center programs;
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missionary groups;
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fraternities and sororities;
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community development corporations;
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pre-school and day care;
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residential care facilities – adult, children, group
homes;
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transitional homes;
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environmental justice groups;
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recreational and sports programs;
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barber
and cosmetology schools;
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homeownership programs;
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business leagues;
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animal
search and rescue programs, shelters;
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Social
Security and SSI support programs;
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literary organizations;
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veterans associations;
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homeowners’ associations;
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