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I have been rescuing reptiles for a few years now and it was suggested to me that I should become a non profit organization. That way any donations of goods or money would be tax deductable.
I live in Oregon and just don't know where to start. Thanks for any advice on how to proceed.
Veronica
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Beautiful Dragons
THree steps. THe first is to incorporate in Oregon. You must submit an Article of Corporation with the names of the Board Members. About $75.00. There are books in the public library to do this. You are incorporating as a non-stock corporation.
You MUST include the 501C3 language from the Federal publication in the articles if incorportation. I had to re-submit (only $25.00).
Sent IRS S4 form to get employeer number (IRS tracks non profits by this number-we have no employees either)
THe federal publication will help with the last step. Bi-laws, articles of incorporation, handouts, etc go to the IRS. $150.00
to be recognized as a tax exempt organization under article 501 (c) 3 for the contributors to get a tax deduction for their contributions to your organization. The form is online as well as the instuctions at the IRS website. Good luck.
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