IRS Form 1023-EZ (Streamlined 501(c)(3))
Internal Revenue Service
Eligibility
Small nonprofits projecting <$50k revenue and <$250k assets for 3 years.
Award
Federal tax exemption (faster track)
Deadlines
Rolling · Rolling
Editor's take
$275 filing fee; 3-4 week processing if accepted.
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