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Steps to Start a 501(c)(3) Nonprofit
- File Articles of Incorporation: Pay about $100 to file the initial paperwork. The IRS processes applications in the order received.
- Complete IRS Form 1023: File either Form 1023 for $600 or Form 1023EZ for $275 to apply for 501(c)(3) status.
- Apply Retroactive 501(c)(3) Status: File Form 1023 within 27 months of filing Articles of Incorporation.
Starting a 501(c)(3) in Alabama
- Form a Corporation: Establish a corporation as the first step in starting a 501c3 in Alabama.
- Obtain a Federal Tax ID: Secure a federal tax ID number from the IRS.
- Apply for 501(c)(3) Status: Follow the necessary procedures with the IRS.
- Register with Alabama: Complete the registration as a charitable organization in the state.
Considerations for Starting a 501(c)(3)
- Ensure your organization’s work aligns with the requirements of 501c3 status.
- File articles of incorporation for approximately $100.
- Submit IRS Form 1023 for $600 or Form 1023EZ for $275.
- The IRS processes applications based on the order received.
Common Questions
- Cost of Starting a 501c3 in Kansas: Not provided in the text.
- Difficulty of Starting a 501c3: No information provided in the text.