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This Concept Map, created with IHMC CmapTools, has information related to: Paperwork Map - Final, STEP 5. DETERMINE TAX EXEMPT PURPOSE FOR IRS For the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to grant exemption, you must have a valid purpose. Learn more through these links. ???? STEP 6. COMPLETE AND FILE IRS FORM 1023 - 501(c)(3) EXEMPT STATUS The filing fee for from 1023 depends upon the size of the organization’s budget. See link for more details., FILING FOR INCORPORATION Now that you've completed the first 3 phases, follow these steps to make your nonprofit official and legal. ???? STEP 1. CHOOSE A NAME How do you want your organization to be known? Search available names and reserve yours at the Utah Dept. of Commerce. Fee: $20, STEP 1. CHOOSE A NAME How do you want your organization to be known? Search available names and reserve yours at the Utah Dept. of Commerce. Fee: $20 ???? STEP 2. FILE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION Articles of Incorporation are the rules governing your organization and must be filed with the Division of Corporations. Fee: $30, STEP 7. FILE FOR STATE TAX EXEMPTION 501(c)(3) exempt organizations must still file for exemption through the Utah State Tax Commission. You can do this by completing form TC-161 available through this link. ???? STEP 8. SOLICITATION LICENSE AND/OR PROFESSIONAL FUNDRAISER PERMIT The State of Utah requires charitable organizations to acquire a permit to solicit gifts from potential donors. These links describe Utah's laws, the permit process and printable forms to file for the various permits. Annual Fee: $100, STEP 9. FILE FORMS TO PAY UTAH UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE Utah law requires employers to pay Unemployment Insurance. There are two payment options for 501(c)(3) organizations: Reimbursement and Payment. Click on the links below to learn more and decide which one is right for your organization. ???? STEP 10. APPLY FOR PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION(S) Real property used for "religious, charitable, or educational purposes" is exempt from ad valorem taxes in Utah. You must file the state form with the county auditor in which the property resides. See the links below to learn if your organization qualifies and to print-out the forms., STEP 10. APPLY FOR PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION(S) Real property used for "religious, charitable, or educational purposes" is exempt from ad valorem taxes in Utah. You must file the state form with the county auditor in which the property resides. See the links below to learn if your organization qualifies and to print-out the forms. ???? STEP 11. APPLY FOR U.S. POSTAL SERVICE NONPROFIT MAILING RATES If standard mailings will be a significant portion of your communication strategy, the USPS has special rates for nonprofits. Find out if your organization is eligible and how to get this permit., STEP 3. WRITE YOUR BYLAWS Bylaws are like an operations manual for your nonprofit. It sets rules and guidelines for how to conduct your affairs in an effective, legal, and ethical way. ???? STEP 4. APPLY FOR EMPLOYER IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (EIN) To apply for an EIN, file the IRS form SS-4 or apply for the Internet EIN. Both are available at the IRS website links provided here., STEP 8. SOLICITATION LICENSE AND/OR PROFESSIONAL FUNDRAISER PERMIT The State of Utah requires charitable organizations to acquire a permit to solicit gifts from potential donors. These links describe Utah's laws, the permit process and printable forms to file for the various permits. Annual Fee: $100 ???? STEP 9. FILE FORMS TO PAY UTAH UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE Utah law requires employers to pay Unemployment Insurance. There are two payment options for 501(c)(3) organizations: Reimbursement and Payment. Click on the links below to learn more and decide which one is right for your organization., STEP 2. FILE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION Articles of Incorporation are the rules governing your organization and must be filed with the Division of Corporations. Fee: $30 ???? STEP 3. WRITE YOUR BYLAWS Bylaws are like an operations manual for your nonprofit. It sets rules and guidelines for how to conduct your affairs in an effective, legal, and ethical way., STEP 4. APPLY FOR EMPLOYER IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (EIN) To apply for an EIN, file the IRS form SS-4 or apply for the Internet EIN. Both are available at the IRS website links provided here. ???? STEP 5. DETERMINE TAX EXEMPT PURPOSE FOR IRS For the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to grant exemption, you must have a valid purpose. Learn more through these links., STEP 6. COMPLETE AND FILE IRS FORM 1023 - 501(c)(3) EXEMPT STATUS The filing fee for from 1023 depends upon the size of the organization’s budget. See link for more details. ???? STEP 7. FILE FOR STATE TAX EXEMPTION 501(c)(3) exempt organizations must still file for exemption through the Utah State Tax Commission. You can do this by completing form TC-161 available through this link.