Tax Exemption For Washington D.C. Nonprofits
INFORMATION ON OBTAINING TAX EXEMPTIONS FOR YOUR D.C. NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION
How does my DC nonprofit become federally tax-exempt?
You can do this by applying for tax-exempt status with the IRS. Once you submit form 1023, the Application for Recognition of Exemption, you will begin a long and intense review process by the IRS. If the feds decide that you are worthy of tax exemption, you will receive a Letter of Determination stating your nonprofit’s tax-exempt status.
How do I apply for DC tax exemptions?
First you will need to fill out Form FR-500. You can also request exemptions from Income and Franchise tax, Sales and Use tax, or Personal Property tax by filing form FR-164. With this form you can choose to be exempt from Income and Franchise tax, Sales and Use tax, and personal property tax.
Where do I send Form FR-164?
Send it and all supporting documents to:
Government of the District of Columbia
Office of Tax and Revenue
P.O. Box 556
Washington, DC 20044-0556
Additional Washington DC Nonprofit Resources
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