The questions on this Federal Government site will enable you to determine whether your organization is eligible to apply for recognition of exemption from Federal income taxation under § 501(a) of the Internal Revenue Code and, if so, how to proceed.
Alternatively,
B) Go to your local IRS office and pick up the following publications:
Package 1024 ( other than 501(c)(3) )
Package 1023 ( (501(c)(3) )
Form 9718 (User Fees)
557 Information Booklet
Read these to determine whether your organization is eligible to apply for recognition of exemption from Federal income taxation under § 501(a) of the Internal Revenue Code and, if so, how to proceed.