I am organizing a history tour of the East Coast for some homeschooling families. We would like to do some fundraising to help us with the cost of the tour (most businesses require an EIN to participate with their fundraiser…
A homeschool leaders wishes to "solicit funds" and asks if she needs 501c3 status first.
Many homeschool groups breath a sigh of relief when they get 501 tax exempt status from the IRS! But only a few realize that their government paperwork is not over! 41 states require nonprofits to register with their state when…
Links to an explanation of the IRS rules regarding fundraising.
Many homeschool organizations depend on fund raisers to help run their homeschool co-ops and support groups. These fund raisers could actually harm a group's chances of obtaining tax exempt status.
Ideas for easy fundraising for homeschool groups
What does a homeschool co-op do about income from ads in a theater program?
Is having a fundraiser for my individual homeschool group worth the effort?
Most states require nonprofit organizations to file reports if they conduct a fundraiser.
A homeschool parent wants to hold a fundraiser and accept donations to pay for her curriculum.