Legal

508(c)(1)(A) Status

Faith Education Ministry operates as a 508(c)(1)(A) faith-based church/religious organization under the Internal Revenue Code. Our subordinate affiliate, Faith Education Ministry NA, operates as a 501(c)(3) under our group exemption and processes charitable donations on behalf of the ministry.

What Is a 508(c)(1)(A) Organization?

A 508(c)(1)(A) organization is a church, or convention or association of churches, that is mandatorily excepted from taxation under federal law. Unlike 501(c)(3) organizations, a 508(c)(1)(A) entity is not required to apply for tax-exempt status with the IRS — its authority comes from statute, not from an agency determination.

Key Distinctions

• No IRS determination letter required — Recognition comes from statutory mandate rather than IRS approval.

• No Form 990 filing obligation — 508(c)(1)(A) churches are exempt from the annual Form 990 reporting requirement applicable to many 501(c)(3) organizations.

• Donor contributions may be tax-deductible — Gifts to Faith Education Ministry NA, our 501(c)(3) subordinate, are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. Consult your tax advisor for guidance specific to your situation.

• Constitutional protections — First Amendment protections apply to the organization's ministerial and religious activities.

Our Structure

Faith Education Ministry — Parent 508(c)(1)(A) church/religious organization.

Faith Education Ministry NA — 501(c)(3) subordinate under our group exemption; processes charitable donations and issues tax receipts.

Journey of Faith Ministry LLC — Asset-protection entity supporting ministry operations.

Our Mission

As a 508(c)(1)(A) faith-based nonprofit, Faith Education Ministry is dedicated to glorifying God by serving those in need through organic food access, mental health support, financial empowerment, and our social enterprise, The Maker's Ministry — all rooted in the faith that moves mountains (Matthew 17:20).

Donations & Tax-Deductibility

Faith Education Ministry is a 508(c)(1)(A) tax-exempt church/religious organization. Charitable donations are processed by Faith Education Ministry NA, a 501(c)(3) subordinate organization (EIN: 41-4291944) operating under the group exemption of Faith Education Ministry. Contributions are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. No goods or services are provided in exchange for donations unless otherwise stated.

Colorado Charitable Solicitation Disclosure

COLORADO CHARITABLE SOLICITATION DISCLOSURE: Registration by the Colorado Secretary of State is not an endorsement by the Secretary of State. For information about charitable organizations, you may call the Colorado Secretary of State at (303) 894-2200 or visit www.sos.state.co.us.