Some homeschool groups are very small and are not interested in the benefits of 501 c3 tax exempt status such as accepting donations or doing fundraising.
Do these small homeschool groups really need 501c3 tax exempt status?
No. They don’t.
They can run their activities without the benefits of 501c3 tax exempt status.
- But then how does the IRS or their state view this group?
- Will they owe taxes on any profits or surplus?
Yes, they will owe tax because they do not have tax exempt status.
If they have a surplus, how do they go about filing a tax return and paying taxes?
In this short podcast episode (13 minutes) Carol Topp, the HomeschoolCPA, will explains some options for Homeschool Groups.
In the podcast Carol mentioned …
The IRS and Your Homeschool Organization
Should your homeschool group be paying taxes? Could they avoid paying taxes by being a 501c3 tax exempt organization? Do you know the pros and cons of 501c3 status? Do you know what 501c3 status could mean for your homeschool group?
I have the answers for you in my book The IRS and Your Homeschool Organization. The information I share in my book has been helpful to homeschool support groups, co-ops, music and sports groups and will help you understand:
- The benefits of 501c3 status
- The disadvantages too!
- What it takes to make the IRS happy
- What your state requires
- Why your organization should consider becoming a nonprofit corporation
- What is the difference between nonprofit incorporation and tax exemption
- IRS requirements after you are tax exempt
Carol Topp, CPA
