Publicly available data on electronically filed Forms 990 is available in a machine-readable format through Amazon Web Services (AWS). The data includes Form 990, Form 990-EZ and Form 990-PF and related schedules, with the exception of certain donor information, from 2012 to the present.

What is Form 990 for the IRS?

Form 990-N (e-Postcard) is an annual notice. Form 990 is the IRS’ primary tool for gathering information about tax-exempt organizations, educating organizations about tax law requirements and promoting compliance. Organizations also use the Form 990 to share information with the public about their programs.

Who has to file 990s?

An organization that normally has $50,000 or more in gross receipts and that is required to file an exempt organization information return must file either Form 990 PDF, Return of Organization Exempt from Income Tax, or Form 990-EZ PDF, Short Form Return of Organization Exempt from Income Tax.

Where can I find Form 990?

Websites like Economic Research Institute, and Pro Publica have free search tools to access 990s. Websites of the Secretary of State or Attorney General where the organization is incorporated. Some states may make 990s and other public documents available online or upon individual request.

How do I get a copy of my IRS form 1023?

So where can you get an org’s Form 1023? For now, you’ll have to request it from the org directly or from IRS using Form 4506-A.

Do all 501c3 have to file 990?

Which Form 990 do we file? Most federally tax-exempt organizations (with some exceptions like churches and state institutions) file a 990. All 501(c)(3) private foundations file a 990. The IRS provides information to help you determine which form to file.

Can Form 990 be filed electronically?

With a few exceptions, most tax-exempt organizations that file Forms 990, 990-EZ, 990-PF or 1120-POL can file electronically. Form 990-T, Exempt Organization Business Income Tax Return, is not yet available for electronic filing.

What is the difference between Form 990 and 990-EZ?

Form 990, Return of Organization Exempt From Income Tax, and Form 990-EZ are used by tax-exempt organizations, nonexempt charitable trusts (that are not treated as private foundations), and section 527 political organizations to provide the IRS with the information required by section 6033.