Nonprofit organizations often collaborate with other nonprofits in order to maximize their impact. If your 501(c)(3) nonprofit works in partnership with other nonprofits, you may end up working alongside a 501(c)(4) organization. Whether your nonprofit works with a (c)(4) as part of an established coalition or on an ad hoc basis, it is important to understand the limits the Internal Revenue Service places on these types of shared activities. This article provides some important tips to ensure that your nonprofit doesn’t jeopardize its tax-exempt status.
Working with 501(C)(4) Organizations