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Free Form 990 Preparation Checklist

Your Form 990 is more than numbers—it’s your public story. This friendly, step-by-step PDF helps you gather the right info, align with leadership, and present your mission clearly.

What’s inside:

  • What to assemble up front (legal name/EIN, tax year, public-charity status, board roster)
  • Governance items & key policies (conflict of interest, whistleblower, document retention, ED compensation process)
  • Mission, program descriptions, and outcomes to showcase impact
  • Revenue segmentation & tie-outs (contributions, events, program service, investments)
  • Expense allocation to program/admin/fundraising—with methods documented
  • Fundraising event details and non-cash gifts
  • Balance-sheet tie-outs (cash recs, pledges, liabilities, fixed assets, leases)
  • Compliance sections & schedules (Parts IV–VI; Schedules A, B, F/I, O)
  • Final review: reconcile to prior year (if any), board review plan, and e-file steps

Ready to get started?

Download the Form 990 Preparation Checklist below!

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