FAQs about Issues of Interest to the General Public about Exempt Organizations

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FAQs about Issues of Interest to the General Public about Exempt Organizations

Can I take a deduction for a contribution I make to any tax-exempt organization?
Are contributions to an organization deductible while the organization's application for exemption is pending?
How can I determine if a particular organization is tax-exempt and eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions?
How can I obtain a copy of an organization's annual return or exemption application?
Can I get a list of donors to an organization?
What should I do if a section 501(c) organization will not let me see its Form 990 or 990-T returns or exemption application materials?
Where do I send complaints about the activities/operations of tax-exempt organizations?
What information can I receive about an exempt organization from the IRS?

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