How do I obtain tax exempt status from the federal government?


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If an organization seeks exemption from federal income tax, the organization must apply to the Internal Revenue Service.

We urge you to seek professional advice. Registering as a charity with Connecticut does not make donations to your organization tax-deductible.If a charity does solicit before obtaining this status, the charity should not misrepresent its tax-deductible status.