Committee moves to reinstate tax-exempt status after lapsed filings; discusses Form 1023 and 990-N

Committee members said the organizations federal tax-exempt status has lapsed and discussed administrative steps to restore it. One member said, "Right now, we don't exist to anybody," referring to the IRS and state records, and outlined a path to reinstate the organization's EIN and submit missing filings (Form 1023 or necessary reinstatement paperwork and annual Form 990-N filings for organizations under $50,000 in annual receipts).

Why it matters: tax-exempt status affects the committees ability to receive certain donations, accept in-kind contributions, and be recognized for tax purposes by corporate sponsors. Members agreed to search files for the original EIN letter or, failing that, apply for a new EIN and then submit the necessary IRS forms to restore tax-exempt recognition. The committee also noted there may be fees and a small annual state report required; volunteers offered to compile the paperwork and submit the filings.