Senior Exemption Most senior homeowners are eligible for this exemption if they are 65 years of age or older and own and occupy their property as their principal place of residence. Once this exemption is applied, the Assessor's Office automatically renews it for you each year.
There must be at least three directors. They do not have to be Illinois residents or corporation members, but you may require these and any other qualifications you choose.
All charities that solicit in Illinois should be registered with the Office of the Attorney General. The Attorney General's Office can tell you if a charitable organization is registered and current in its reporting requirements.
All property used exclusively for religious purposes, or used exclusively for school and religious purposes, or for orphanages and not leased or otherwise use with a view to a profit, is exempt, including all such property owned by churches or religious institutions or denominations and use in conjunction therewith as ...
Name Your Organization. Recruit Incorporators and Directors. Appoint a Registered Agent. File Articles of Incorporation. Obtain an Employer Identification Number. Hold First Board of Directors Meeting and Establish Bylaws. Get Illinois State Tax Identification Numbers/Accounts. Apply for 501c(3) Status.
Both the Illinois sales tax and property tax exemptions are not automatic based on the 501(c)(3)'s income tax-exempt status. You must apply for both additional exemptions separately. Donations to certain nonprofit organizations may also be tax deductible for the person making the donation.