[Portlandabc] Simplified 501(c)(3) status / organizational structure

[Susan Nash]

Hi,
FYI: On the subject of applying for 501-c3 status; the message received
below would indicate it is easier now than it was when I checked into it a
few years ago:
Suna

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Subject: [bookstoprisoners] Simplified 501(c)(3) status / organizational
structure
Date: 2014-08-05 11:18
 From: Chicago Books to Women in Prison <chicagobwp at gmail.com>
To: bookstoprisoners at lists.riseup.net
Reply-To: bookstoprisoners at lists.riseup.net

Hello, all.

We're looking into the streamlined IRS application process for
501(c)(3). For those who may not be aware of this recent change:

>
http://www.irs.gov/uac/Newsroom/New-1023-EZ-Form-Makes-Applying-for-501c3Tax-Exempt-Status-Easier-Most-Charities-Qualify
> [1]
>
> http://www.irs.gov/uac/About-Form-1023EZ [2]

  Related to this, we're looking at our currently very informal
organization, especially in terms of "the governing body" that the IRS
stipulates. Groups with 501(c)(3) status: any thoughts on what has
worked for you, recommendations, etc.?

Thanks,
Vicki
Chicago Books to Women in Prison

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[1]
http://www.irs.gov/uac/Newsroom/New-1023-EZ-Form-Makes-Applying-for-501c3Tax-Exempt-Status-Easier-Most-Charities-Qualify
[2] http://www.irs.gov/uac/About-Form-1023EZ
[3] http://chicagobwp.org/how-to-help/donations
[4] http://chicagobwp.org/get-involved/volunteer/
[5] http://www.chicagobwp.org/

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