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"In Texas it depends on how your word your request for non-profit status. Some of our DOVIA are 501 3c and then some have a different status that only reads as a membership organization. You have to word the request for 501 3c for education and professional develop. We were glad to be incorporated to get the tax exempt status, and to be an official group listed with the state." Nedra Cutler, [email protected] |
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"If you do it, make sure a system is in place to make sure that all papers are filed and not lost in the shuffle of Board turnover each year. Our local group, Houston Association of Volunteer Administrators (HAVA), found out this year when we got denied for a grant from one of our longtime supporters, that our 501(c)(3) status had lapsed several years ago. No one knew. Apparently, a paper that was sent to us a few years after our initial filing was never returned to the IRS and our status was then changed. Luckily, we still are non-profit classified, but just as a private foundation. We are in the process of now backtracking to correct the issue and get reinstated as a 501(c)(3). My suggestion is to have your status verified every few years and not assume anything." Dariece McClure [email protected]
"If there's a down side to incorporation it's having to remember to keep it up-to-date. Our DOVIA fortunately has a pro bono attorney making sure we file properly with the Secretary of State. Even with a manual for our board something that only happens once a year can get overlooked." Nan Hawthorne,[email protected] |
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