How exactly did it become official, you ask?
After a 28 page application, at least that many pages of additional requested information, projected budgets for the next three years, percentage breakdown of donation intake vs. costs, two conversations with our IRS contact person and countless other details, we recieved:
- A 2 page letter and this,
No small booklet has ever looked sweeter. I can even imagine myself curling up into the nook of the couch with a steaming cup of tea, and....the compliance guide. Sweet, huh?
Did I ever have any doubts? Nah, well - maybe, but deep down I always believed because She said we could.
And, we did.
Blessings!! Yes, Emma said we could. ((Hugs)) and I am so proud of you!
ReplyDeleteHuge Congrats my friend!
ReplyDeleteSo. Perfectly. Beautiful.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on achieving your goal. Emma's hand is all over it!
Hooray! Voluntarily taking on all of that paperwork is a testament to your commitment. :)
ReplyDeleteI came over from Lori's Perfect Moment Monday post at http://www.weebleswobblog.blogspot.com/.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! Getting a 501(c)3 is a tough process. Good for you!
Rock on! So pleased for you!!
ReplyDeleteYay! I'm so proud of you! Brought tears to my eyes - what an accomplishment, Emma's mom - well done :)
ReplyDeleteWow, that is a huge deal. So much work. So much heart!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! Your hard work is paying off and what a wonderful pay off!
ReplyDeleteWay to go!
*HUGS*
Congrats! All that paperwork sounds daunting...
ReplyDelete