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What You’ll Need to File Form 990-PF Online
Here is the list of key information you’ll need to file 990-PF online,
- The organization’s basic information
- Financial information such as revenue, expenses, assets, and liabilities
- Program service accomplishments
- Other IRS filings and tax compliance requirements
- Key personnel, governing body, and management details
Learn more about step-by-step instructions on 990-PF
How to File Form 990-PF Electronically?
Create your free account and follow these simple steps to e-file your Form 990-PF effortlessly!
Add Organization Details
Search for your EIN to auto-fill foundation details or enter them manually.
Choose Tax Year and Form
Select Form 990-PF for the current or prior tax year
Enter Form 990-PF Data
Use Form-Based or Interview-Style filing to complete your
990-PF
Review your Form Summary
Check over your return, edit if needed, and share for review/approval
Transmit your Return to the IRS
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the additional filing requirements for Form 990-PF?
- Private foundations that file Form 990-PF may be required to attach Schedule B, depending on the data they reported.
- Schedule B is typically filed when a private foundation has received contributions of $5000 or more from any one contributor during the corresponding tax year. Learn more about Schedule-B
Should Form 990-PF be filed electronically?
Yes! The IRS mandates that Form 990-PF must be filed electronically for tax years ending on or after July 31, 2020 (per the Taxpayer Act of 2019).
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Can I get an extension to file Form 990-PF?
- Yes! If your foundation needs more time to file Form 990-PF, you can file Form 8868 to extend your 990-PF deadline. Upon filing Form 8868 on or before the original deadline, the IRS will grant an automatic 6-month extension.
- This means if your organization follows the calendar tax year and files an extension, your extended 990-PF deadline will be November 15.
What are the penalties for filing Form 990-PF late?
- For smaller organizations with gross receipts < $1,274,000, the penalty for late filing Form 990-PF is $25/day. The maximum penalty is $12,500 or 5% of the foundation’s gross receipts (whichever is less).
- For larger organizations with gross receipts > $1,274,000, the penalty for late filing Form 990-PF is $125/day. The maximum penalty is $63,500 or 5% of the foundation’s gross receipts (whichever is less). Learn more about 990-PF penalties.
Can I file Form 990 or 990-EZ instead of Form 990-PF?
No, a Private foundation cannot choose to file Form990 & Form 990-EZ. They are required to file Form 990-PF, irrespective of their gross receipts and assets.
If my organization has zero gross revenue, do I still need to complete the 990-PF?
Yes, Even if the foundation has no gross income in the tax year and has incurred losses on investments, it is still required to file Form 990-PF annually.
Do Private Foundations that file Form 990-PF Need to pay taxes?
Generally, Private foundations that obtain exempt status from the IRS are not required to pay federal income taxes. However, a domestic exempt private foundation, a domestic taxable private foundation, or a nonexempt charitable trust treated as a private foundation must make estimated tax payments for the excise tax based on investment income if it can expect its estimated tax to be $500 or more.
Helpful Resources
Form 990-PF Instructions
Explore the step-by-step instructions to complete Form 990-PF
Form 990-PF Schedule B
Find out more about Form 990-PF Schedule B
Form 990 Due Date
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Form 990 Due Date Calculator
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Form 990 Finder
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Form 990-PF Penalties
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