How to Apply for a 501c3

Section 501 c(3) is part of the US Internal Revenue Code that allows for federal tax exemption for nonprofit organizations. Also, receiving this exempt status is vital to receive grants and tax-deductible donations. Participants will learn the process of applying for this exemption through the IRS.

About Althea

I am the President at Lewis Grant Writing Services, LLC. I possess over twenty years of experience in grant writing and consulting, having successfully secured more than $50M in grant funding for clients. I have a Master’s degree in Business Administration, and I am currently pursuing a doctoral degree in Educational Leadership. I am also pursuing a certificate in Nonprofit Management at Duke University. Through my extensive experience, I have developed a deep understanding of the grant writing process and am dedicated to helping individuals and organizations achieve their goals.

My expertise extends to the facilitation of various grant writing and nonprofit seminars at over a dozen local community colleges across North Carolina. In addition, I contribute my skills and knowledge to serve as a peer grant reviewer for the Health Resources Services Administration (HRSA), Substance Abuse Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), the US Department of Education, Americorp, United Way, and other local and national funding organizations.

I am recognized for my exceptional presentation skills, having presented at numerous workshops and conferences nationwide, such as the National Council of University Research Administrators (NCURA), the Grant Professionals Association (GPA), and the Hampton University Ministers’ Conference. As a current member of GPA (national) and NC Chapter GPA, I remain committed to providing high-quality, professional grant writing and consulting services that meet the diverse needs of my clients.