US tax exempt status for foreign NGOs

Foreign NGO's are encouraged to apply for recognition of tax-exempt status by the U.S. Internal Revenue Service (better known as a 501(c)(3) letter). The following information guides you through the process of applying. Please note: This recognition by the IRS qualifies you as a charitable organization in the United States. For Foundation and Trust grants, it makes you a qualifying organization. For individuals and businesses, a donation to you is not tax deductible because the money is being sent to a foreign charity. Only contributions used in the U.S. are considered tax deductible.

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