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Links, Research, IRS

Disaster Alert Map: https://disasteralert.pdc.org/disasteralert/

Texas Division of Emergency Management: https://tdem.texas.gov

National Weather Service (NOAA Weather Radio): https://www.weather.gov/nwr/ also https://www.weather.gov (map & forecast)

https://aquabottling.com Acqua Bottling Company

https://www.artesiasprings.com TEXAS (8130 Interchange Parkway, San Antonio, Texas 78218
Phone: 210.637.5554

Texas Search & Rescue (Wimberley): https://www.texsar.org

https://dahlcore.com/blog/f/who-is-responsible-for-leading-an-emergency-chain-of-command?blogcategory=Hospital+Security#:~:text=The%20Federal%20Emergency%20Management%20Agency,efficient%20resource%20distribution%20and%20assistance.

IRS Obligations

Form 990-N is due every year by the 15th day of the 5th month
after the close of KDR's tax year (31 December) which makes in 15 May 2025. You cannot file the e-Postcard until after your tax year ends.

A 501(c)(3) organization, while exempt from federal income tax, still has important obligations to the IRS to maintain its tax-exempt status

. Here are some of the key requirements:

1. Annual Filing:

  • Most 501(c)(3) organizations are required to file an annual information return with the IRS, typically using one of the Form 990 series (990, 990-EZ, or 990-N).

  • The specific form required depends on the organization's annual revenue and assets.

  • This return is generally due by the 15th day of the 5th month after the end of the organization's accounting period.

  • Failure to file for three consecutive years can result in automatic revocation of tax-exempt status.

2. Public Disclosure:

  • 501(c)(3) organizations must make their application for tax exemption (Form 1023) and the three most recently filed annual information returns (Form 990 series) available for public inspection.

  • They must also provide copies of these documents upon request, although a reasonable fee for reproduction and copying costs may be charged.

  • While the names and addresses of donors are generally not required to be disclosed, except for private foundations, other information on the forms is publicly available.

3. Operational Compliance:

  • The organization must operate exclusively for its stated tax-exempt purpose(s) (religious, charitable, scientific, literary, or educational).

  • The organization's net earnings should not benefit any private shareholder or individual.

  • Excessive lobbying or political campaign activities are prohibited.

  • If the organization earns unrelated business income, it must file a separate tax return (Form 990-T) and may be subject to taxes on that income.

4. Record Keeping:

  • Maintaining accurate and complete records of income, expenses, assets, and liabilities is crucial for compliance with federal and state regulations.

  • Records must support the information reported on the Form 990 series returns and state tax returns.

  • Certain records, such as the application for tax exemption, determination letter, and organizing documents, should be kept permanently.

In summary, a 501(c)(3) organization's obligations to the IRS are centered around maintaining its tax-exempt status through timely and accurate annual filings, public disclosure of certain documents, adhering to operational guidelines, and maintaining proper records.

This link is to tax obligation information. IRS.GOV

Obligation after KDR files EZ-IRS Postcard

Charities & Non-profits (IRS info link)

Create IRS Account to submit Tax obligations

https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/p1771.pdf (From TEXSAR website on how they receive donations legally according to this Gov/IRS guideline.