Getting your nonprofit recognized by the IRS is not optional, and the paperwork that gets you there can feel like a maze if you have never done it before. This packet brings together three essential federal compliance tools so you can move through the process with a clear plan. You get the EIN Application Prep to walk you through IRS Form SS-4, the 1023-EZ Application Prep to guide you toward tax-exempt status, and a Promissory Note for documenting any early financial agreements. Each tool includes a completed example and a blank template you can customize for your own organization. Everything you need to build a compliant foundation is in one place.