501(c)(6) Business League

Business leagues, chambers of commerce, real estate boards, boards of trade, and professional football leagues.

Benefits
  • ✓ Exempt from federal income tax
  • ✓ Membership dues may be deductible as business expense
  • ✓ Can engage in lobbying for industry interests
  • ✓ Can promote common business interests
Requirements
  • Must be association of persons with common business interest
  • Purpose must be to improve business conditions
  • Cannot be organized for profit
  • Must not engage in regular business activities
  • Net earnings cannot benefit private individuals
Examples
  • Chambers of commerce
  • Trade associations
  • Professional associations
  • Real estate boards
  • Industry groups
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Our guided process helps you file for 501(c)(6) Business League status.

IRS Form: Form 1024
IRS Fee: $600

C3ME Fee: $79

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