[TheThinkTank] 501c3 activity and IRS rules

-- Bob Giordano Free Cycles Missoula, www.freecycles.org Missoula Institute for Sustainable Transportation https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-tege/eotopicj85.pdf "Questions arise as to whether these activities, such as strikes, economic boycotts, picketing, and mass demonstrations, are permissible methods of furthering educational or charitable purposes. In determining whether activities of this type are consistent with IRC 501(c)(3), the Service relies on a three-part test. Rev. Rul. 80-278. Such activities will be considered permissible under IRC 501(c)(3) if: (1) The purpose of the organization is charitable; (2) the activities are not illegal, contrary to a clearly defined and established public policy, or in conflict with express statutory restrictions; and (3) the activities are in furtherance of the organization's exempt purpose and are reasonably related to the accomplishment of that purpose. " --- Edward Stewart wrote: Be careful of your non-profit status when taking political stance on issues.​ --- On Thu, Feb 22, 2018, BikeConcord Smitty@bikeconcord.org wrote: We are debating wether or not to post on our Facebook page. The brands Bell, Giro helmets, Blackburn lights, and CamelBak bags are all owned by the parent company Vista Outdoor, America’s largest manufacturer of ammunition and a big NRA booster.