This page is a directory of articles for religious organizations seeking 501c3 501(c)(3) exemption. It compiles all related guides on governance, charitable giving, and compliance for faith-based entities such as ministries, missions, and religious schools. These resources are already linked throughout the main site, but this directory provides a single organized reference point for study, research, or offline review without additional commentary.
Religious vs. Charitable Purpose
“Religious” and “charitable” aren’t the same to the IRS. Find out how to describe your mission so belief aligns with legal structure.
From Group Exemption to Independence
A denomination can pull your exemption overnight. Find out how to protect your church’s name, assets, and independence before the paperwork war begins.
Religious Schools / Education Ministries
A religious school isn’t exempt from paperwork. Discover how to meet IRS 501(c)(3) rules on education, public benefit, and racial nondiscrimination.
The Paranoid (Useless) Religious Clauses
When religion meets tax law, belief isn’t a defense. Learn how faith-based bylaws and fear clauses can cost your organization its 501(c)(3) status.
