Is the University of Washington an IRC §501(c)(3) organization?
The University of Washington is considered a governmental tax exempt entity. It is exempt from federal income taxes under Internal Revenue Code (IRC) §115(1). The UW is not an IRC §501(c)(3) organization. Contributions to the University are deductible by donors under IRC §170.
My grant application asks whether the University is a state university described in §511(a)(2)(b) or a government entity under §170(c)(1). Which should I check?
The University should qualify under either provision.
I am trying to apply for a grant online. The foundation website asks me to provide the University’s tax ID but even though I do so, I can’t gain access to the online application. What should I do?
Many foundations use an IRS database that does not include many Universities. So when you enter the UW tax ID, the database does not recognize the entry. Generally, you can send an e-mail to the foundation explaining the situation and they will grant you access to the online application.
The University of Washington is exempt from federal income taxes under Internal Revenue Code (IRC) §115(1) not IRC §501(c)(3). Please click here to refer to the latest correspondence from the IRS which may be used as proof of our tax exempt status
