New Mexico 501c3 Corporations: Tax Exempt Organizations Non Profit

New Mexico Non Profit Incorporation

Non profit organizations play an important role in the improvement of the disadvantaged in the state of New Mexico. These organizations take the form of entities such as social services, education providers and skill training centers and are employers of thousands of individuals within the state as well as providing stability to the state's economy.

Forming a Non Profit Organization like 501c3 Corporations in New Mexico

Forming a Non Profit organization [501c3 Corporations ] is a simple process that requires a clear understanding of the guidelines under which the organization must operate. The process begins with reading the state requirements of a non profit organization such as prohibiting the company from posting a profit to its directors. The next step is preparing the articles of incorporation that must contain certain information such as:

• The approved name
• Its purpose
• Name, address and verified signature of the initial incorporator(s)
• Name and address of each director
• The corporation's mailing and/or street address
• Name and physical address of the registered agent
• File articles of incorporation with New Mexico Public Regulation Commission (NMPRC) and paying an initial filing fee of $25
• Draft Bylaws
• Apply for Employer ID Number (EIN) from the IRS
• Request 501(c) (3) tax-exempt status from the IRS

Non Profit Tax Exempt Incorporation

Non profits that qualify for 501(c) (3) tax-exempt status enjoy many benefits including limited liability protection, perpetual existence, possible property tax exemption and exempt from paying federal and state income taxes.

For more information

• Non profit overview
• Is a 501c3 right for you?