Private Foundation Reporting Requirements

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Filing Deadlines

Form 990-PF is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after the tax year ends. Private foundations can request an automatic 6-month extension using Form 8868.

Form 990-PF

All private foundations are required to file Form 990-PF, regardless of gross receipts. Reports financial activities, grants, and compensation.

Form Name
990-PF (Return of Private Foundation)
Used By
Private foundations
When Required
If organization is classified as a private foundation
Filing Deadline
15th day of 5th month after tax year ends
Extension Available
Yes, via Form 8868 (6 months)

Form 990-T

Required if your organizaiton has $1,000 or more of unrelated business income for the tax year.

Form Name
990-T (Exempt Organization Business Income Tax Return)
Used By
Organizations with unrelated business income
Filing Threshold
Gross unrelated business income over $1,000
Filing Deadline
15th day of 5th month after tax year ends
Extension Available
Yes, via Form 8868 (6 months)