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Form 990-EZ

  1. Country USA
  2. Language English
  3. Activity Taxes
  4. Department Internal Revenue Service
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Form 990-EZ

Short Form Return of Organization Exempt From Income Tax

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.

Instructions

  • Form 990-EZ Instructions - Instructions for Form 990-EZ, Short Form Return of Organization Exempt From Income Tax Under Section 501(c), 527, or 4947(a)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code (except private foundations)
FAQ
  • What is Form 990?

    Form 990 is the annual information return that most tax-exempt organizations file with the IRS.

  • What information is required on Form 990?

    Form 990 requires detailed information about an organization's mission, programs, and finances for the previous year.

  • Who must file Form 990?

    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.

  • When is Form 990 due?

    Form 990 is generally due on May 15 of the year following the tax year.

  • What penalties may apply if an organization fails to file or timely files Form 990?

    Penalties for failure to file or timely file Form 990 include excise taxes, late filing fees, and possible revocation of tax-exempt status.

  • Can an organization file for an extension of time to file Form 990?

    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.

  • What are some common schedules that may need to be attached to Form 990?

    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).

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Federal tax forms

Form 990-EZ is one of Federal tax forms that are documents used to report and file federal income taxes with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) in the United States. These forms are used by individuals, businesses, and organizations to report their income, deductions, and other relevant information necessary for calculating their federal tax liability.

The most commonly used federal tax form is the Form 1040, which is used by individual taxpayers to report their personal income tax. Other commonly used forms include the Form 1065 for partnerships, Form 1120 for corporations, and Form 990 for tax-exempt organizations.

Federal tax forms typically require taxpayers to report various sources of income, such as wages, salaries, and tips, as well as income from investments, rental properties, and other sources. The forms also allow taxpayers to claim deductions and credits for various expenses, such as charitable contributions, mortgage interest, and healthcare expenses.

It is important to file federal tax forms accurately and on time, as failure to do so can result in penalties and interest charges from the IRS.

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