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This document outlines the eligibility criteria, application process, and standards for nonprofit organizations to mail at Nonprofit Standard Mail rates. It details the types of organizations that

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How to fill out Nonprofit Standard Mail

1. Obtain the Nonprofit Standard Mail application form from the USPS website or your local post office.
2. Fill out the organization information, including the name, address, and contact details.
3. Provide proof of nonprofit status, such as IRS determination letters or other acceptable documentation.
4. Indicate the type of mailing you plan to conduct and how it will serve your nonprofit purpose.
5. Review the eligibility requirements for Nonprofit Standard Mail to ensure compliance.
6. Submit the completed application form and required documents to the USPS for approval.
7. Once approved, obtain the Nonprofit Standard Mail permit that will allow you to access reduced postage rates.

Who needs Nonprofit Standard Mail?

1. Nonprofit organizations seeking to reduce mailing costs for promotional materials, newsletters, and fundraising appeals.
2. Any charity or educational organization looking to reach a broader audience without incurring high postage fees.
3. Clubs, societies, or any group registered as a nonprofit that wishes to communicate with members or the public.

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What is the nonprofit email policy?

The email sender must include their location (for example, your nonprofit's physical address) The recipients must have a way to opt out of future messages (if you have several email lists, you must include an “opt out of all” option) Senders must honor opt-out requests within 10 business days.

What is the 33% rule for nonprofits?

If your organization receives more than 10 percent but less than 33-1/3 percent of its support from the general public or a governmental unit, it can qualify as a public charity if it can establish that, under all the facts and circumstances, it normally receives a substantial part of its support from governmental

What are the rules for nonprofit mail?

Pieces must fall within the size limitations for post card, letter, or flat mail requirements. The weight of any one piece of mail cannot exceed 15.99 ounces. All mail pieces must be rectangular in shape. The address must be placed with the longer side across the horizontal side of the mail piece.

How does postage work in a non-profit organization?

Nonprofit Mail is printed material eligible to be mailed as USPS Marketing Mail® by organizations authorized by the Postal Service™ to mail at significantly reduced nonprofit postage rates. Nonprofit mail cannot contain matter that is required to be mailed as First-Class Mail®.

What are the rules for nonprofit mail?

Pieces must fall within the size limitations for post card, letter, or flat mail requirements. The weight of any one piece of mail cannot exceed 15.99 ounces. All mail pieces must be rectangular in shape. The address must be placed with the longer side across the horizontal side of the mail piece.

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What is Nonprofit Standard Mail?

Nonprofit Standard Mail is a reduced-rate postal service offered by the United States Postal Service (USPS) to eligible nonprofit organizations for mailing bulk printed materials, enabling them to disseminate information and solicit donations at lower postage rates.

Who is required to file Nonprofit Standard Mail?

Nonprofit Standard Mail can be filed by organizations that are recognized as 501(c)(3) tax-exempt entities by the IRS, along with certain other nonprofit organizations that meet specific criteria set by the USPS.

How to fill out Nonprofit Standard Mail?

To fill out Nonprofit Standard Mail, organizations must complete the USPS Form 3624, which includes providing information about the organization, the type of mailing, and any necessary permits or authorizations. It is essential to ensure that all requirements and guidelines from the USPS are followed.

What is the purpose of Nonprofit Standard Mail?

The purpose of Nonprofit Standard Mail is to support nonprofit organizations in communicating with their members, supporters, and the public while reducing mailing costs, enabling them to allocate more resources toward their missions.

What information must be reported on Nonprofit Standard Mail?

Information that must be reported on Nonprofit Standard Mail includes the organization's name, address, and nonprofit status, details about the mail piece, total quantity of pieces, and any relevant postage rates being claimed.