This section walks through the core identity of your nonprofit; who you are, how you're organized, and what you actually do. It includes Parts I through IV of the IRS Form 1023, with guidance on writing a narrative that sounds human but still checks every IRS box. Clarity beats creativity here.
Form 1023 Part I: Identification
IRS Form 1023 Part I (Part 1), Identification of applicant. Step by step answers to questions on Part I of the form 1023 application for 501c3 tax exemption.
Form 1023 Part II: Structure
In Form 1023 Part II (2), IRS tries to identify you as an eligible Nonprofit. You need to adopt Nonprofit Bylaws or IRS won't accept your Form 1023 application.
Form 1023 Part III: Provisions
Form 1023 Part 3 asks for Required Provisions Purpose & Dissolution Clause that Nonprofit Organizations have to adopt in Nonprofit Articles of Incorporation.
Form 1023 Part IV: Your Activities
Narrative Description of Activity Part IV (4) of the Form 1023 is the most important part of your Form 1023. Use sample Narrative Description of Activity below.
