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This document contains official instructions for IRS Form 990-EZ , Short Form Return of Organization Exempt From Income Tax - a tax form released and collected by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), a subdivision of the U.S. Department of the Treasury.
Q: What is the IRS Form 990-EZ?
A: The IRS Form 990-EZ is a short form return for tax-exempt organizations to report their financial information.
Q: Who needs to file IRS Form 990-EZ?
A: Nonprofit organizations with gross receipts less than $200,000 and total assets less than $500,000 are eligible to file IRS Form 990-EZ.
Q: What information do I need to fill out IRS Form 990-EZ?
A: You will need to provide details about your organization's income, expenses, assets, and activities.
Q: When is the deadline to file IRS Form 990-EZ?
A: The deadline to file IRS Form 990-EZ is the 15th day of the 5th month after the end of your organization's fiscal year.
Q: Do I need to include any attachments with IRS Form 990-EZ?
A: Depending on your organization's activities, you may need to include additional schedules and attachments with IRS Form 990-EZ.
Q: Can I file IRS Form 990-EZ electronically?
A: Yes, you can file IRS Form 990-EZ electronically using the IRS e-file system.
Q: Is there a fee to file IRS Form 990-EZ?
A: No, there is no fee to file IRS Form 990-EZ.
Q: What happens if I don't file IRS Form 990-EZ?
A: Failure to file IRS Form 990-EZ can result in penalties and the loss of tax-exempt status for your organization.
Q: Can I amend my IRS Form 990-EZ?
A: Yes, you can file an amended IRS Form 990-EZ if you need to make changes to your original filing.
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