How and when does your nonprofit organization file a Form 990? What are charity registration requirements in your state? Make sure that your news organization meets IRS requirements by using the resources below.

Charity registration and taxes

If you are actively seeking donations in any way in a state, you need to make sure you meet its charity registration requirements. Whether through Twitter, an online donation button, events, phone or mail outreach, if you are soliciting gifts, 41 of the 50 states require you to be registered. The INN Startup Guide provides resources to help (see chapter 9).

Earned revenue

INN believes nonprofit news organizations have an enormous, largely untapped opportunity to dramatically grow their earned revenue. We provide resources on how to grow revenue from sources such as display advertising, event sponsorships, and sponsored content, and how to recognize the tax implications. Check out the INN Startup Guide for resources on IRS Requirements for earned revenue (see chapter 4, section 10).

External resources:

• IRS Publication on Unrelated Business Income Tax
• What Nonprofits Need to Know about Form 990