Non-Profit Information
Websites:
www.irs.gov - Main IRS website, includes information, tax forms and publications. For non-profit information, go to the main page and click on the "Charities and Non-Profits" tab at the top of the page.
CO Raffle License Information - information from the Colorado Secretary of State on how to apply for a raffle license
www.usa.gov - information for non-profits
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Tax publications (PDF files)
Instructions for Form 1023 - how to fill out the form and other guidelines to apply for 501(c)(3) status from the IRS
Form 1023 - Application for Recognition of Exemption
Pub 557 - Tax-Exempt Status for Your Organization
Pub 1771 - Charitable Contributions - Substantiation and Disclosure Requirements
Pub 561 - Determining Value of Donated Property