The cost of applying for 501(c)(3) status for your organization depends largely on its size. Sufficiently small organizations that are eligible to fill out the abridged form may only have to pay a $275 user fee. Larger organizations will have to pay $600 plus the cost of an attorney, which may cost up to $15,000.Cost of 501(c)(3) Application
501(c)(3) Application Cost FAQs
A 501(c)(3) organization is a non-profit organization with tax exempt status that is dedicated to the general well-being of society.
The cost of applying for 501(c)(3) status for your organization depends largely on its size. Sufficiently small organizations that are eligible to fill out the abridged form may only have to pay a $275 user fee.
A 501(c)(3) organization is tax exempt so long as it remains true to its stated mission and remains compliant with the IRS.
501(c)(3) is the internal revenue code (IRC) section for organizations with tax exempt status. 501(c)(3) falls under internal revenue code 501(c).
Depending on the nature of your organization, you may need to provide documents such as a business plan, Articles of Incorporation, Bylaws, and certain financial statements.
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