What is the difference between 1023 and 1023-EZ?
Form 1023 is the application filed with the IRS in order to request exempt status under Section 501(c)(3). A new Form 1023-EZ was released in July 2014 to help smaller organizations seeking exempt status. Upon approval, the organization will receive a determination letter from the IRS.
How long does it take for 1023-EZ approval?
2-4 weeks
On average, the IRS is currently processing Form 1023-EZ in 2-4 weeks. If your 501(c)(3) application is approved, you will receive a Determination Letter in the mail as confirmation.
How do I get a copy of my 1023-EZ?
To request a copy of either the exemption application (including all supporting documents) or the annual information or tax return, submit Form 4506-A, Request for a Copy of Exempt or Political Organization IRS Form PDF or Form 4506-B, Request for a Copy of Exempt Organization IRS Application or Letter PDF.
What happens if I use Form 1023-EZ and bring in more than $50000?
In the event that you exceed the $50,000 threshold, the IRS can retroactively revoke your organization’s 501(c)(3) status if you are unable to make a persuasive case that you met the Form 1023-EZ eligibility criteria at the time you applied.
Can I use 1023-EZ?
The 1023-EZ is a shorter and simpler form than the long-form application, but only small nonprofits that meet the IRS requirements can use it. If your organization is not eligible to use the 1023-EZ, you will likely have to use the regular Form 1023 to obtain tax-exempt status.
Should I file 1023-EZ?
The most general qualifications for submitting Form 1023-EZ are financial. If your nonprofit earned gross receipts of more than $50,000 in any of the past three years or expects to earn more than $50,000 in the next three years, it won’t qualify.
Do I qualify for 1023-EZ?
That means they must: Anticipate less than $50,000 in annual gross receipts each year for the first 3 years, and. Have already had less than $50,000 in annual gross receipts for all 3 prior years (if any), and. Have total assets valued at under $250,000.
Can I file 1023-EZ?
The IRS accepts only electronic filings for the 1023-EZ. To start, you must set up an account on pay.gov, which is where you will complete the form and submit the filing fee. Refer to your organizational documents, such as your articles of incorporation and your bylaws, to fill in the details about your nonprofit.
What is a 501c3 EZ?
Form 1023-EZ is used to apply for recognition as a tax-exempt organization under Section 501(c)(3). Applicants can learn more about the requirements, benefits, limitations and expectations of tax-exempt organizations by accessing the online courses at the IRS Small to Mid-Size Tax Exempt Organization Workshop.
Can you file Form 1023 electronically?
Note: You may be eligible to file Form 1023-EZ, a streamlined version of the application for recognition of tax exemption under Section 501(c)(3). You must complete the Form 1023-EZ Eligibility Worksheet in the Instructions for Form 1023-EZ to determine if you are eligible to file that form.