How to Start a Nonprofit in Alabama: Federal Forms

Form SS-4 : Federal Employer Identification Number (“EIN”) (needed for IRS, bank, other)
IRS Form 1023 : Application for Recognition
Get Instructions Package 102
Get Publication 557
IRS Form 2848 : Power of Attorney
IRS Form 5768 : 501(h) Election to Make Expenditures to Influence Legislation

Step 1: Research
Step 2: Key Questions to Ask Before Getting Started
Step 3: State Forms
Step 4: Federal Filings
Step 5: Final Steps

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