Should Oversight of Tax-Exempt Organizations Move Outside the IRS?

Should Tax-exempt Oversight Move from the IRS?

Should the Tax-Exempt and Government Entities Division (TEGE), which oversees tax-exempt organizations, operate as an independent agency rather than within the IRS? This question has sparked significant debate, with arguments for and against separating TEGE from the IRS’s broader tax-collection mission. Advocates argue that TEGE would benefit from dedicated resources and enhanced transparency, while opponents …

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Navigating Financial Statement Changes Amid Federal Funding Uncertainty

Navigating Financial Statement Changes Amid Federal Funding Uncertainty

With federal funding in flux, nonprofits are facing significant uncertainty that may affect their financial statements. Grant freezes, delayed payments, and pending legislation could disrupt operations and complicate accounting practices. Understanding how these shifts impact classifications, disclosures, and other financial reporting elements is crucial for nonprofits navigating this period of volatility. In this blog, we …

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Supreme Court Hears Case on Religious Freedom and Tax Exemption for Nonprofit Organizations

Supreme Court Hears Case on Religious Freedom and Tax Exemption for Nonprofit Organizations

On March 31, 2025, the U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments in a pivotal case, Catholic Charities Bureau, Inc. v. Wisconsin Labor & Industry Review Commission (Docket No. 22-796), that could redefine the legal boundaries between religious and secular activities for nonprofit organizations. The case questions whether Wisconsin violated the First Amendment’s religious freedom protections …

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New IRS Technical Guides for Exempt Organizations: Key Insights

New IRS Technical Guides for Exempt Organizations: Key Insights

The IRS has released new Technical Guides (TGs) to assist exempt organizations in understanding their compliance obligations and preparing for potential audits. These guides consolidate and update previous resources, providing clearer instructions on how IRS examining agents interpret specific issues. Here’s a breakdown of what TG 3-8, TG 3-27, and TG 70 cover, and how …

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Recently Published IRS Guides for Charitable Organizations

Recently Published IRS Guides for Charitable Organizations

The IRS has recently released several new and updated guides to assist charitable organizations in understanding and complying with the Internal Revenue Code (IRC). These guides, including TG 3-8, TG 3-27, and TG 70, provide valuable insight into areas such as inurement, private benefit, public charity classification, and charitable trust compliance. Here’s a breakdown of …

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