Get IRS recognition as a 501(c)(3), (5), (6), or (7). We prep and file Form 1023.
Form 1023 grants federal tax-exempt status to social welfare groups (501(c)(3)), labor unions (501(c)(5)), trade associations and chambers of commerce (501(c)(3)), and social and recreational clubs (501(c)(7)). The IRS user fee is $600 and processing currently runs 3 to 9 months. We prepare the application, draft the required bylaws and conflict-of-interest policy, and submit through Pay.gov.
How we handle Form 1023, end-to-end.
Form 1023 grants federal tax-exempt status to social welfare groups (501(c)(3)), labor unions (501(c)(5)), trade associations and chambers of commerce (501(c)(3)), and social and recreational clubs (501(c)(7)).
Eligibility review
We confirm your organization fits a 501(c)(3)-(7) classification, walk through the gross-receipts and purpose tests, and flag activities that disqualify the exemption.
Document prep
We draft (or review) bylaws, conflict-of-interest policy, and the 501(c)(3) notification (Form 8976) where applicable, then complete the 30-page Form 1023 narrative.
IRS submission
We submit Form 1023 through Pay.gov with the $600 user fee, track receipt, and respond to IRS development requests on your behalf.
Determination delivery
When the IRS issues your determination letter we deliver the PDF same-day and forward the original by mail. Includes 12 months of compliance reminders for Form 990 timing.
A clean handoff, in four steps.
You give us the basics. We handle the state, the IRS, and the compliance clock so you can focus on the business.
A name that's actually available.
Real-time check against the state register, USPTO trademark database, and matching domains.
Filed with the Secretary of State.
We submit your Articles, pay the state fee on your behalf, and return the stamped certificate.
EIN + the right tax setup.
Federal Employer ID with the IRS, plus state tax accounts when your business needs them.
Registered Agent + deadline tracking.
Your agent on file in every state, with every renewal and annual report tracked in one calendar.
Transparent form 1024 pricing.
State filing fees pass through at cost. No upsells.
Standard
Bylaws review, conflict-of-interest policy, Form 1023 prep, Pay.gov submission, determination-letter forwarding. IRS user fee of $600 separate.
Get startedPlus bylaws
Everything in Standard plus we draft bylaws and conflict-of-interest policy from scratch (not just review). For new organizations without existing governance documents.
Get started501(c)(3) bundle
For social welfare organizations: Standard plus the required Form 8976 electronic Notice within 60 days of formation. Avoids the $20/day late-notice penalty.
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