This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form.
This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form.
Automatic Exemption for Churches Churches that meet the requirements of IRC Section 501(c)(3) are automatically considered tax exempt and are not required to apply for and obtain recognition of tax-exempt status from the IRS.
If you ever need to replace your 501(c)(3) letter, IRS Form 4506-A instructions provides a way to get a copy of your original determination letter. (This form is primarily used by members of the public to inspect copies of exempt organizations' applications for exempt status.)
Employer Identification Number (EIN) Every tax-exempt organization, including a church, should have an employer iden- tification number whether or not the organization has any employees. There are many instances in which an EIN is necessary.
To apply for recognition by the IRS of exempt status under IRC Section 501(c)(3), you must use either Form 1023 or Form 1023-EZ. All organizations seeking exemption under IRC Section 501(c)(3) can use Form 1023, but certain small organizations can apply using the shorter Form 1023-EZ.
Churches are de facto 501(c) (3) organizations, but other 501(c) (3) organizations, (charities that are separate from religious affiliation) have to apply for the designation, and have a higher level of accountability to maintain it than churches do.
To get a tax ID number for a church organization, you can use a tax ID service. A tax ID service will tell you all the information that you need to file for a tax ID number, and then you can send that information in for a tax ID.
You can use the IRS's Interactive Tax Assistant tool to help determine if you should file an application to receive an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN). To obtain an ITIN, you must complete IRS Form W-7, IRS Application for Individual Taxpayer Identification Number.
There are three ways to request the tax return transcript from the IRS. Online at IRS under the Tools section, click on “Get a Tax Transcript”, then click on “Get Transcript by Mail” By mail using IRS Form 4506-T-EZ.