Carol Topp, CPA: Accounting and Personal Finance

Nonprofit Organizations

Are you are thinking of starting a nonprofit organization?  Do you lead a small nonprofit and are considering applying for 501(c)(3) tax exempt status?

Perhaps you have questions and need some advice from an expert in helping small  and new nonprofits get established.

Articles

501(c)(3) Status: Do You Need It?
501(c)(3) Status: What Does It Mean?
501(c)(3) Status: Are You Ready?
How to Become a Recognized Nonprofit
Nonprofit Incorporation: Do You Need It?
Choosing a Leadership Team
Checklist for 501(c)(3) Tax Exempt Application

Services

  • 501(c)(3) tax exempt application: Filing Form 1023 with the IRs and appropritae state forms
  • Annual IRS Information Form 990, 990EZ or 990N and appropriate state forms
  • Consultation by phone or e-mail on nonprofit incorporation, tax exemption, boards, bylaws, budgets

Fees

I charge an hourly rate of $50 for consulting with a nonprofit organization by phone or in person.

Other fees include:

  • 501c3 Application (Form 1023)   $500
  • Annual Tax Information Return for Tax Exempt Organizations
  •     Form 990   $350-$500
  •     Form 990EZ   $200
  • State Form preparation   $50

Homeschool Organizations

If you lead a homeschool organization, I have a website just for you!

It's a place for homeschool leaders to get information from a homeschooling mother and CPA. At HomeschoolCPA you'll find:

  • Articles
  • Ebooks on running a homeschool group
  • A newsletter for homeschool leaders
  • Questions and answers
  • Links and more....
all designed to help you start or run a homeschool organization better!


Homeschool Co-ops:
How to Start Them, Run Them and Not Burn Out

is my latest book. 
Read a sample chapter and order the book at www.Homeschool Co-ops.com