Starting Your 501(c)(3) in Michigan
To start a Michigan 501(c)(3) nonprofit, register a nonprofit corporation with the state. Then, apply for 501(c)(3) status with the IRS. Follow all required steps to correctly form your entity.
- Legally create your non-profit corporation by filing Articles of Incorporation with the State of Michigan Department of Licensing.
- Obtain 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status by filing Form 1023 with the Internal Revenue Service. Form 1023 examines an organization’s structure and programs.
- Apply for 501(c)3 status with the IRS by mail. 1023-EZ turnaround is less than 1 month while 1023 turnaround is 3-6 months.
Our 501(c)(3) formation packages start at $1,799 plus filing fees, preparing and filing needed registrations for 501(c)(3) status, saving you time.
501(c)(3) Approval Timeline
To become a 501c3 in Michigan takes around 6-9 months from starting the process to receiving your 501(c)(3) determination letter. The majority of this time is the 3-6 month IRS processing of your 501(c)(3) application.
Name your nonprofit appropriately, ensuring it fits Michigan’s naming guidelines. A good name reaches potential members or donors.
With Harbor Compliance, an experienced specialist helps with each nonprofit formation step.
Form 1023 and its Importance
The initial step is to apply for 501(c)(3) status with Form 1023 or 1023-EZ with supporting documents to the IRS. Processing times vary, from 2-4 weeks for Form 1023-EZ to up to a year for Form 1023.
Every line on your IRS application makes a difference in getting 501(c)(3) approval.
Starting a Nonprofit in Michigan
To start a Michigan 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, register a nonprofit corporation with the state, and then apply for tax-exempt status under section 501(c)(3) with the IRS. TForming a 501c3 varies from state to state.
Learn exactly what you need to do to get one started in Michigan, complete with resources, in this comprehensive article. Here you’ll find information on naming your nonprofit, filing articles of incorporation, and applying for IRS 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status.
Once a nonprofit corporation has been formed, seek 501(c) status from the IRS. To be recognized as a 501(c)(3), tax-exempt entity, file Form 1023 with the IRS, which is often 50-100 pages with additional materials.
Understanding 501(c)(3) Organizations
The first step is to apply with the IRS for official 501(c)(3) status. In this article, we discuss the benefits of being a 501(c)(3) and provide a nine-step process to start your organization.
The Complete Guide to Registering a 501(c)(3) Nonprofit.
To get 501(c)(3) status, a corporation must file for a Recognition of Exemption. Filing fees are typically $600 when applying directly to the IRS.
Nonprofits covered by Section 501(c) of the Internal Revenue Code are commonly 501(c)(3) organizations, which can be charitable or public nonprofits.
About Form 1023-EZ, Streamlined Application for Recognition of Exemption Under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, this form is used to apply for tax-exempt status.
Your nonprofit organization is accountable to state and federal agencies, including the IRS. What is a 501(c)(3)? It’s the most common designation under Section 501(c) of the United States Internal Revenue Code for nonprofit organizations.