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Form 990 OMB No. 1545-0047 Return of Organization Exempt From Income Tax 2011 Under section 501(c), 527, or 4947(a)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code (except black lung benefit trust or private foundation)

How to fill out 2012 form 990

How to fill out 2012 Form 990:

1. Start by obtaining the Form 990 for the year 2012 from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) website or by visiting a local IRS office.
2. Familiarize yourself with the instructions provided with the form. These instructions will provide you with all the necessary information on how to complete the form accurately.
3. Begin by providing basic information about your organization in Part I of the form. This includes details such as the organization's name, address, employer identification number (EIN), and accounting period. Make sure to provide accurate and up-to-date information.
4. Complete Part II, which requires you to report the mission statement and a brief description of your organization's activities. This section is important as it helps the IRS understand the nature of your organization's work.
5. Proceed to Part III, where you will report the organization's program services accomplishments. This section requires you to provide information about the programs or services your organization conducted during the year 2012 and the number of individuals or entities served. Be thorough and provide specific details.
6. Move on to Part IV, which focuses on the organization's governing body and management. You will need to report information about your organization's officers, directors, trustees, and key employees. Make sure to include their names, titles, and compensation.
7. In Part V, you will disclose information about the organization's highest-paid employees and independent contractors. Provide details about their compensation and services rendered.
8. Complete the remaining parts of the form, including reporting information about revenue, expenses, assets, liabilities, and other financial details for the year 2012.
9. Review the completed form thoroughly to ensure accuracy and completeness. Any errors or missing information could lead to delays or an incorrect filing.
10. Once you are confident that the form is accurate, sign and date it as required.

Who needs 2012 Form 990:

1. Nonprofit organizations in the United States that meet certain criteria must file Form 990 annually. This includes organizations exempt from income tax under Section 501(c) of the Internal Revenue Code.
2. Charitable, religious, educational, scientific, and other tax-exempt organizations are generally required to file Form 990. This form serves as a means for these organizations to report their financial activities and to maintain transparency with the IRS and the public.
3. Additionally, certain organizations with gross receipts below a certain threshold may be eligible to file a simplified version of the form, such as Form 990-EZ or Form 990-N.

It is important to consult the IRS guidelines or seek professional advice to determine if your organization is required to file Form 990 for the year 2012 or any subsequent years.

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What is form 990 - giving?

Form 990 is a tax document that tax-exempt organizations must file annually with the IRS to provide information on their financial status and activities.

Who is required to file form 990 - giving?

Nonprofit organizations and tax-exempt organizations with gross receipts above a certain threshold are required to file form 990.

How to fill out form 990 - giving?

Form 990 can be filled out electronically using tax preparation software or manually by following the instructions provided by the IRS.

What is the purpose of form 990 - giving?

The purpose of form 990 is to provide transparency and accountability for tax-exempt organizations by disclosing financial information and activities to the public.

What information must be reported on form 990 - giving?

Form 990 requires organizations to report information on their mission, programs, revenue, expenses, assets, liabilities, and governance.