What filings are required each year once I’m approved?
To remain in compliance, the organization must submit a Form 990 each year. This form (which comes in a variety of formats depending on the organization’s specific financial situation) must be submitted following the end of the fiscal year. Each year, the organization must file annual reports with their state to ensure that the corporation remains in good standing.
Please read and learn more in the 990 and compliance section of the Knowledge Center.
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