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Reporting Fundraising and Gaming Event Income on Form 990

Fundraising events like galas, auctions, and charity dinners generate vital revenue for nonprofits — but correctly reporting that income on Form 990 requires more than simply totaling receipts.

Posted byPatience Booker
April 22, 2026
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Contributions vs Program Revenue: How to Classify Them Properly

Understanding the difference between a contribution and program revenue hinges on one key distinction. Misclassifying distorts your financials, creates Form 990 errors, and can undermine donor trust.

Posted byPatience Booker
April 20, 2026
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How Tax990 Reduces Your Filing Workload by Automatically Including Schedules

Tax990 makes Form 990 compliance easier by automatically identifying and including the required schedules based on your organization’s information. With pre-filled data and streamlined schedule selection, you can reduce repetitive work, minimize errors, and file with greater confidence and efficiency.

Posted byPatience Booker
January 28, 2026
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New Year, New Start: Get Ahead on Your 2025 Form 990 Filing

Starting early on your 2025 Form 990 filing helps nonprofits stay compliant, organized, and confident. This article outlines key preparation steps like gathering financial records, reviewing public support eligibility, and drafting program descriptions, so you can avoid last-minute issues and file accurately before the deadline.

Posted byPatience Booker
January 14, 2026
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Understanding 990 Filing Requirements as You Prepare for GivingTuesday

As GivingTuesday approaches, many nonprofits are focused on fundraising goals, donor engagement, and campaign planning. But one important part of preparation often gets overlooked: understanding which IRS Form 990 your...

Posted byPatience Booker
November 18, 2025
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How to Track and Report GivingTuesday Contributions: Understanding Schedule B

GivingTuesday is one of the most exciting times of the year for nonprofits. Donations pour in from generous supporters who want to make a difference. While it is a time...

Posted byCaleb
November 17, 2025
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What You’re Telling the World When Filing 990

Form 990 is more than a tax form; it's a public-facing report. Since sites like Guidestar and the IRS share your filing, use it as a PR tool to highlight your nonprofit's financial transparency, governance, and impact.

Posted byPatience Booker
October 27, 2025
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Behind the Numbers: What Form 990 Tells the World About Your Mission

Form 990 is more than a compliance requirement. It also broadcasts your mission, values, and impact to donors, grant makers, journalists, and the public.

Posted byPatience Booker
July 15, 2025
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IRS Extends Deadlines for Taxpayers in Texas, Mississippi, Missouri & More

Taxpayers in these regions now have additional time to file tax returns and make payments without penalties.

Posted byPatience Booker
June 30, 2025
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