2026 Nonprofit Webinars You Won’t Want To Miss
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IRS Form 1024: Who Files It, and How to Apply for Recognition of Exemption
If your organization falls outside 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4), Form 1024 — not Form 1023 — is your path to IRS-recognized tax-exempt status. Here's what it covers and how to file.
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Form 8050: What It Is and How It Works For Nonprofit Filers
A paper refund check can take weeks to arrive, and it can get lost or misdirected along the way. Form 8050 gives eligible nonprofits and other exempt filers a faster alternative: direct deposit straight from the IRS, with no cap on the refund amount. Here's what the form covers, who qualifies, and how to get it filed correctly.
Not Everything Is Exempt: What Nonprofits Get Wrong About Unrelated Business Income
Being tax-exempt doesn't mean every dollar your nonprofit earns is off the hook. If your organization brings in unrelated business income, the IRS wants to hear about it on Form 990-T. Here's what trips organizations up, and how to get it right.
Virtual vs. In-Person Nonprofit Finance Events: Which Is Worth It in 2026?
In 2026, the smartest nonprofit finance teams aren't choosing between virtual and in-person events — they're being strategic about when each format actually earns its place on the calendar.
More Nonprofit Employees Could Now Trigger the Section 4960 Excise Tax: What Tax-Exempt Organizations Need to Know
Section 4960's excise tax on high nonprofit compensation is no longer limited to an organization's top five earners — for taxable years beginning after December 31, 2025, the rules expand to cover a broader group of employees, so nonprofits with multiple staff earning over $1 million should start reviewing their compensation arrangements now.
Donor-Advised Funds and Form 990: What Recipient Nonprofits Need to Know
Donor-advised funds now move billions to nonprofits each year, but the grant technically comes from the sponsoring organization, not the individual donor who recommended it. That distinction shapes everything from Schedule B reporting to your public support test, making it essential to get right on Form 990.
Understanding Net Assets in Form 990-EZ: What Nonprofits Get Wrong
Small nonprofits filing Form 990-EZ make the same net asset mistakes year after year and they're costly. Here's what goes wrong and how to fix it before you file.
Can a Veteran Organization Be Tax-Exempt? IRS Requirements Explained
Understanding whether your organization qualifies under 501(c)(19), 501(c)(3), or 501(c)(4) can make the difference in how you fundraise, advocate, and serve your mission.