Existing organizations

Obtaining and maintaining 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status is crucial to the success of charitable organizations. This online training provides you with the tools and knowledge necessary to keep your organization's exempt status intact.

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Action	Course Title	Runtime
	Maintaining 501(c)(3) Tax-Exempt Status Now that your organization has Section 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status, you should review the activities that can jeopardize your exemption. Maintaining 501(c)(3) Tax-Exempt Status PDF	30:54
	Form 990 Overview Course Most 501(c)(3) exempt organizations are required to submit an annual Form 990-series return. This course shows you which forms to file, when they are due, public disclosure of your return and tips to help prepare your form. Alternate PDF Version PDF	30:54
	Employment Issues If your organization has employees or volunteers, it may have tax responsibilities. This course explains how to report employee wages and the rules regarding volunteer gifts. Alternate PDF Version PDF	34:52
	Required Disclosures Certain organizational records must be disclosed to the public. This course discusses which documents must be provided and the penalties for noncompliance. Alternate PDF Version PDF	17:41
	Unrelated Business Income Even though your organization is tax exempt, it may generate taxable income. This course discusses how to determine if you have taxable income and how to report it. Alternate PDF Version PDF	27:20
	Political Campaigns and Charities: The Ban on Political Campaign Intervention A 501(c)(3) organization jeopardizes its exempt status when it intervenes in a political campaign. This mini-course provides examples of prohibited activities and explains steps an organization should take to avoid an inadvertent violation. Alternate PDF Version PDF	15:57
	Charitable Gaming for Exempt Organizations Exempt organization often generate income through gaming. This course discusses gaming rules, documentation and possible tax implications. Alternate PDF Version PDF	23:38
	Can I Deduct My Charitable Contributions? Donors often ask about contribution deductibility. This course explains what is deductible, the records to keep and how to report contributions. Alternate PDF Version PDF	20:43

Additional information for Existing Organizations

Action	Information
	Social Security Numbers [CURRENTLY UNAVAILBLE] - IRSVideos.gov Webinar This presentation explains why charities and non-profits should NOT put Social Security numbers on publicly-disclosable IRS documents such as Form 990.
	How to access the Tax Exempt Organizations Search tool - presentation Learn how to locate and use the TEOS tool on IRS.gov.
	IRS.gov Calendar of Events - IRS.gov Link Go to IRS.gov for a list of live webinars, phone forums, workshops and more.
	Charities and Volunteers - Phone Forum This presentation explains the tax rules that come into play in the complex relationships between charities and their volunteers. Topics include: What is a qualified organization; deductible and non-deductible personal, travel and volunteer expenses; vehicle deductions; and the importance of record keeping.
	Essential Information for Section 501(c)(8) and 501(c)(10) Fraternal Organizations - Phone Forum Topics include the basics of tax exemption; the differences between (c)(8) and (c)(10) and other organizations; unrelated business income; and the application process.
	IRC 501(c)(6) Organizations - Phone Forum Learn what a 501(c)(6) organization is and the sorts of activities it should avoid or perform to a limited extent -- such as lobbying and political activities.
	Veterans Organizations: Help from the IRS on Key Rules - Phone Forum Topics include issues affecting 501(c)(19) organizations, including filing requirements; social activities (like gaming); unrelated business income; recordkeeping; employment issues; and group rulings.
	501(c)(7) Social Clubs - Phone Forum This presentation explains what 501(c)(7) Social Clubs need to know to qualify for and maintain tax-exempt status. You'll also learn how organizations like fraternities, country clubs and sports clubs differ from other nonprofit organizations.

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