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The Links at the top of the page will take you to the
financial forms section of the web page.
Below is useful information you may want to refer to.
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IRS Application for Recognition
of Exemption 501(c)(3)
To apply for recognition by the IRS of exempt status as
an organization you should visit the IRS site. Here you can
download Package 1023 (which you need to complete for exempt status),
Form SS-4 (application for Employer Identification Number, which you
must have to open bank accounts).
This web site will provide you with forms and
instructions on how to obtain your affiliate's tax exempt status.
An entity seeking exemption from sales tax should
furnish the Department with the following:
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If incorporated, copy of Articles of Incorporation
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If unincorporated, copy of organization's
Constitution
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Copy of By-laws
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A narrative explaining purposes, functions and
activities of the organization
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Copy of Internal Revenue Service letter, respecting
federal tax-exempt status, if organization has one
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Copy of brochures or other printed material
explaining the purposes, functions and activities of the
organization
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Other information which reflects the purposes,
functions and activities of the organization
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This information should be sent to the Illinois
Department of Revenue, Legal Services Division, Willard Ice Building,
101 West Jefferson Street, Springfield, Illinois 62794
Articles of Incorporation
To learn more about incorporation of your affiliate,
visit the Illinois Secretary of State web site. Here you will find
answers to all your questions. You will also be able to download
form NFP-102.10 (the form needed to become incorporated as a
Not-For-Profit in Illinois)
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