Obtaining 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status with the IRS is beneficial
for
THREE principal reasons.
Once your 501(c)(3) application is approved by
the IRS, your tax-exempt nonprofit organization enjoys several
federal, state, and local income, property, sales, and other tax
exemptions.
Your tax-exempt status increases your
opportunity to receive numerous public and private grants, along
with donations from individuals because contributions are
tax-deductible to donors. Tax deductions inevitably encourage more
individuals, corporations, and foundations to donate to your
charitable cause, allowing your nonprofit tax-exempt organization
to expand and further develop your activities. A number of
corporations and foundations are typically required by their
operating rules to only donate their funds to 501(c)(3) tax-exempt
organizations, so obtaining tax-exempt status is key to receiving
donations.
Additionally, tax-exempt status opens doors to
low-cost mailing, advertising, and purchasing rates, along with
other discounts and preferences.