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Instructions for IRS Form 990, 990-EZ Schedule A Public Charity Status and Public Support
This document contains official instructions for IRS Form 990 Schedule A and IRS Form 990-EZ Schedule A . Both forms are released and collected by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), a subdivision of the U.S. Department of the Treasury. An up-to-date fillable IRS Form 990 (990-EZ) Schedule A is available for download through this link.
FAQ
Q: What is IRS Form 990?
A: IRS Form 990 is a tax form used by tax-exempt organizations to report their financial information to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).
Q: What is IRS Form 990-EZ?
A: IRS Form 990-EZ is a simplified version of Form 990, intended for smaller organizations with less revenue and assets.
Q: What is Schedule A?
A: Schedule A is a section of IRS Form 990-EZ that organizations must complete if they want to establish their public charity status and demonstrate public support.
Q: What is public charity status?
A: Public charity status is a designation given to organizations that receive a significant portion of their support from the general public or government sources.
Q: Why is public support important?
A: Public support is important for organizations to maintain their tax-exempt status and receive favorable tax treatment.
Q: What information is required in Schedule A?
A: Schedule A requires organizations to provide details about their public support, including contributions, grants, and revenues.
Q: Who needs to fill out Schedule A?
A: Organizations using IRS Form 990-EZ must complete Schedule A if they want to establish their public charity status and demonstrate public support.
Q: Are there any filing deadlines for Form 990 and Schedule A?
A: Yes, the deadline for filing Form 990 and Schedule A depends on the organization's fiscal year. It is generally due by the 15th day of the 5th month after the end of the fiscal year.
Q: Can I file Form 990 or Schedule A electronically?
A: Yes, the IRS encourages organizations to file Form 990 and Schedule A electronically using the IRS e-file system.
Q: What happens if I don't file Form 990 or Schedule A?
A: Failure to file Form 990 and Schedule A can result in penalties and may jeopardize the organization's tax-exempt status.
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