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The Instructions for Form 990-EZ is a guide for tax-exempt organizations to properly complete and file the short Form 990-EZ with the IRS.

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  • Tax-exempt organizations with gross receipts under $100,000
  • Nonprofit entities seeking to file annual information returns
  • Accountants or tax professionals assisting nonprofits
  • IRS agents reviewing tax-exempt filings
  • Organizations with total assets under $250,000

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Tax-exempt organizations with gross receipts of less than $100,000 and total assets under $250,000 are required to file Form 990-EZ. This form simplifies the filing process for smaller nonprofits.
Form 990-EZ must be filed by the 15th day of the 5th month after the end of the organization’s fiscal year. For organizations on a calendar year, this typically falls on May 15.
Form 990-EZ can be submitted online through the IRS e-file system, or you can mail a printed copy to the address indicated in your chosen submission guidelines.
With Form 990-EZ, you may need to include supporting documents such as financial statements, schedules of expenses, and details on your organization's activities to substantiate claims made in the form.
Common mistakes include missing signature lines, misreporting financial data, and failing to file by the deadline. Carefully review instructions and retain copies of all submitted documents.
Processing times can vary, but typically, the IRS takes about 4 to 6 weeks to process Form 990-EZ. Delays may occur if the form is incomplete or submitted incorrectly.
There are generally no fees for submitting Form 990-EZ itself, but be aware of any costs associated with hiring a tax professional or for processing if filing electronically through certain services.
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