Reference Page: Comparing 501(c)3 and 501(c)4 Organizations

Further reading for Comparing 501(c)3 and 501(c)4 Organizations, a Council on Foundations reference sheet. For questions, visit cof.org or contact the Council on Foundations' Government Affairs and Legal Resources Team at govt@cof.org.

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Nonprofit Political Activity

cof.org/page/nonprofit-political-activity
 


A Guide to Advocacy, Lobbying & Election Related Activity

cof.org/content/guide-advocacy-lobbying-election-related-activity-navigating-rules
 


Exemption Requirements, 501(c)(3) Organizations

www.irs.gov/charities-non-profits/charitable-organizations/exemption-requirements-501c3-organizations
 


Social Welfare Organizations

www.irs.gov/charities-non-profits/other-non-profits/social-welfare-organizations
 


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