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When is Form 990 Due

When is Form 990 Due?

Most tax-exempt organizations must file a return each year—even if no taxes are owed. Learn everything you need to know to keep your 501(c)(3) in good standing with the IRS this year. What is IRS Form 990? Form 990 is the annual information return that most tax-exempt organizations must file with the IRS. It provides the IRS…

IRS Form 8868 Extension

990-EZ Extension: What is IRS Form 8868?

If you’re a small, tax-exempt organization with gross receipts averaging between $50,000 and $200,000, you are likely eligible to file IRS Form 990-EZ. This form is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after your financial year ends. So a group with a January 1 start date needs to file by May 15th.…

Secretary of State Annual Nonprofit Filings

Annual Secretary of State Nonprofit Filings

Here at MoneyMinder, we often talk about the annual Federal requirements for small nonprofits, like filing the 990-N or 990-EZ with the IRS. But it’s equally important to stay compliant with your state’s regulations. The truth is, requirements for annual filings can vary significantly from state to state. But there are some things to keep…

IRS Form 990-N

What is a Form 990-N?

IRS Form 990-N, often referred to as the “e-Postcard”, is a document that most small, tax-exempt organizations whose annual gross receipts total less than $50,000 must file.

IRS Form 990-EZ

What is a Form 990-EZ?

Form 990-EZ is a required IRS form for tax-exempt organizations that take in less than $200,000 in gross receipts and less than $500,000 in total assets at the end of the year. It is a simplified version of the full Form 990 that requires less detailed information. But, that’s not to say that filing the…

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How to Find the EIN Number for Your School Group (PTA, PTO, Boosters)

School groups play a vital role in supporting schools and students. But, to ensure their continued success and avoid legal issues, it’s essential for these groups to maintain compliance with various laws and regulations. One crucial aspect of compliance is the Employer Identification Number (EIN). What is an EIN Number? An EIN is a nine-digit…

990-N-E-File

New at MoneyMinder: Anyone Can E-File a 990-N for $25

Calling all small nonprofit organizations with annual revenue under $50,000! MoneyMinder is here to simplify your 990-N filing process with a solution that will take minutes, not hours, of your time. About the IRS Form 990-N (e-Postcard) IRS Form 990-N, also known as the e-Postcard, allows you to meet your annual reporting requirements to the…

PTO PTA Form 990

Which Form 990 do PTOs and PTAs Need to File?

The world of tax forms can be confusing for Parent Teacher Organizations (PTOs) and Associations (PTAs). Let’s shed a little light on which form 990 to file. Why File a Form 990? The IRS sets certain rules that tax-exempt organizations, like PTOs and PTAs, must follow to keep their tax-exempt status. One of these requirements…

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What Does Tax-Exempt Status Mean?

Following is a transcript of this episode of the Two Minute Treasurer’s Tip Podcast from MoneyMinder, with audio/video below. Welcome to the Two Minute Treasurer’s Tip Podcast. I am your host Cyndi Meuchel, and we’re talking about something everybody loves to talk about – paying taxes. Reyna writes: Does tax-exempt status mean we are exempt…

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Are PTAs Tax-Exempt?

Most, although not all, of the groups we serve here at MoneyMinder are classified as 501(c)(3). When it comes to asking whether your PTA is tax-exempt, the first question you must answer is whether your group is registered with the IRS as such. The IRS has a convenient tax-exempt organization search if you know your…