Rev. 2023
These instructions provide guidance on filling out Form 990-EZ, the annual information return form for most small tax-exempt organizations under section 501(c)(3), (4), or (29) of the Internal Revenue Code. The form includes various schedules and tables to report financial information, transactions with insiders, political activities, lobbying, and compensation arrangements.
Form 990 is the annual information return that most tax-exempt organizations file with the IRS.
Form 990 requires detailed information about an organization's mission, programs, and finances for the previous year.
Most tax-exempt organizations whose annual gross receipts are normally more than $200,000 or have total assets of more than $500,000 at the end of their tax year must file Form 990.
Form 990 is generally due on May 15 of the year following the tax year.
Penalties for failure to file or timely file Form 990 include excise taxes, late filing fees, and possible revocation of tax-exempt status.
Yes, an organization can file for an automatic extension of time to file Form 990 by submitting Form 8868 (Application for Extension of Time To File an Exempt Organization Return) by the due date.
Some common schedules that may need to be attached to Form 990 include Schedule A (Public Charity Status and Public Support), Schedule B (Schedule of Contributors), Schedule C (Political Campaign and Lobbying Activities), Schedule E (Schools), Schedule G (Supplemental Information Regarding Fundraising or Gaming Activities), Schedule L (Transactions With Interested Persons), and Schedule M (Noncash Contributions).
Form 990-EZ is one of Tax forms that are documents used to report information related to taxes to the relevant tax authority. There are various types of tax forms, including federal, state, and local tax forms, which can vary depending on the taxpayer's circumstances and location.
The easiest way to fill Form 990-EZ online
Delete filling session
Delete editing session
