Choosing the right Form 990 software is essential for nonprofits to stay compliant, reduce errors, and streamline filing. By prioritizing reliability, ease of use, automation, and support, organizations can turn a complex requirement into an efficient, stress-free process.
The IRS has reopened its Group Exemption program under Revenue Procedure 2026-8, introducing mandatory electronic filing, strict overnight standards, new eligibility requirements, and annual reporting obligations that significantly reshape how nonprofit networks obtain and maintain group tax-exempt status.
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.
The IRS has announced a significant filing extension for certain Form 990 filers, moving the deadline to February 2, 2026, for tax-exempt organizations impacted by recent natural disasters. This relief applies to nonprofits that were already operating under a valid extension for their 2024 returns and are located in designated disaster-affected states and counties. For eligible organizations, the added time can ease compliance pressures while they focus on recovery efforts without risking penalties or their tax-exempt status.
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.
The deadline for Form 990 is here, and specific nonprofit organizations need to file before the end of the day. If this includes your organization, here's what you need to know.