After applying with the IRS for 501(c)(3) status, it may take between 3 and 6 months to get a determination letter confirming approval. The amount of time you can expect depends on the scale of the operation; it is not unheard of for some of the largest to take 12 months.Getting a 501(c)(3) Determination Letter
How Long Does It Take to Get a 501(c)(3) Determination Letter? 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.
After applying with the IRS for 501(c)(3) status, it may take between 3 and 6 months to get a determination letter confirming approval.
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).
Yes, if you submit your application with expedited processing, the IRS will make every effort to review it within ten business days. However, there are no guarantees that you will receive a determination letter in this amount of time.
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