{"id":31821,"date":"2022-04-22T02:56:30","date_gmt":"2022-04-22T09:56:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog?p=31821"},"modified":"2026-08-21T06:37:49","modified_gmt":"2026-08-21T13:37:49","slug":"501c3-vs-501c6","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/501c3-vs-501c6","title":{"rendered":"501(c)(3) vs. 501(c)(6) &#8211; A Detailed Comparison for Nonprofits"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) states that both 501c3 and 501c6 organizations do not have to pay federal income taxes, but after that, the differences between the two organization types are vast. The primary difference between the two has to do with the organization\u2019s purpose. This article will give you a thorough understanding of other differences and similarities between 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(6) organizations.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">501(c)(3) organizations must serve the public. 501(c)(6) organizations are formed to serve their members. 501(c)(6) organizations are often termed <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/info.legalzoom.com\/article\/what-is-a-501-c6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">nonprofit membership organizations<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and non-charitable organizations as well. Let&#8217;s explore the major differences.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Key Takeaways &#x1f4a1;<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li data-section-id=\"nleujn\" data-start=\"18\" data-end=\"268\"><strong data-start=\"20\" data-end=\"85\">Choose your nonprofit structure based on its primary purpose.<\/strong> A 501(c)(3) serves the public, while a 501(c)(6) primarily serves members with common business interests.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1mx910j\" data-start=\"270\" data-end=\"521\"><strong data-start=\"272\" data-end=\"337\">Understand the fundraising and tax-deductibility differences.<\/strong> Donations to 501(c)(3) organizations generally qualify as charitable tax deductions, while donations to 501(c)(6) organizations are not tax-deductible as charitable contributions.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"pr6vsc\" data-start=\"523\" data-end=\"802\"><strong data-start=\"525\" data-end=\"595\">Consider political and lobbying rules before choosing a structure.<\/strong> 501(c)(3) organizations face significant restrictions on lobbying, while 501(c)(6) organizations can participate in unlimited lobbying when it&#8217;s related to their purpose.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1mbn1z1\" data-start=\"804\" data-end=\"1068\" data-is-last-node=\"\"><strong data-start=\"806\" data-end=\"872\">Review IRS requirements before applying for tax-exempt status.<\/strong> 501(c)(3) organizations generally apply using Form 1023 or Form 1023-EZ, while 501(c)(6) organizations use Form 1024.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>501(c)3 vs. 501(c)(6)<\/h2>\n<p>501(c)3 vs. 501(c)(6) organizations may be exempt from paying federal taxes, but these two organizations have many noticeable differences that become apparent as soon as you look at them.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>1. What is a 501(c)(3)?<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-31824\" src=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/pexels-rodnae-productions-6647119-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"501c3 vs 501c6\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/pexels-rodnae-productions-6647119-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/pexels-rodnae-productions-6647119-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/pexels-rodnae-productions-6647119-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/pexels-rodnae-productions-6647119-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/pexels-rodnae-productions-6647119-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/pexels-rodnae-productions-6647119-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The IRS states that to be tax-exempt, a <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/charities-non-profits\/charitable-organizations\/exemption-requirements-501c3-organizations\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">501(c)(3)<\/a><\/strong> must be organized and operated exclusively for one or more exempt purposes. These purposes are limited by the IRS to the following &#8211;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Charitable,<\/li>\n<li>Religious,<\/li>\n<li>Educational,<\/li>\n<li>Scientific, and literary,<\/li>\n<li>Testing for public safety,<\/li>\n<li>Fostering national or international amateur sports, and<\/li>\n<li>Preventing cruelty to children or animals.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Organizations like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fortheloveofalex.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For the Love of Alex<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> qualify as 501c3 organizations for their work saving the lives of animals and supporting low-income pet owners. On the other hand, those like the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.catholiccharitiesscc.org\/?locale=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Catholic Charities of Santa Clara County<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are organizations created to promote religion. Some other notable 501c3 organizations include the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nycancerfoundation.org\/donate.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">New York Cancer Foundation<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sistaafya.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sista Afya Community Mental Wellness<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.homeless-healthcare.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Healthcare for the Homeless<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>2. What is a 501(c)(6)?<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-31827\" src=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/pexels-jopwell-1325766-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"what is a 501c6 vs 501c3\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" srcset=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/pexels-jopwell-1325766-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/pexels-jopwell-1325766-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/pexels-jopwell-1325766-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/pexels-jopwell-1325766-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/pexels-jopwell-1325766-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/pexels-jopwell-1325766-2048x1366.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/charities-non-profits\/other-non-profits\/types-of-organizations-exempt-under-section-501c6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">501(c)(6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) organization is an association of persons having common business interests. The organization\u2019s purpose must be to promote their common interest and improve business conditions, not to engage in a regular business for profit.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">501c6 organizations include the following \u2013<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Business leagues,<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chambers of Commerce,<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Real estate boards,<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Boards of Trade, and<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Professional football leagues.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are thousands of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.clchamber.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">local chambers of commerce<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> formed around the country to support their members all qualify as 501(c)(6) organizations. Some other good 501(c)(6) organizations include the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/dspalliance.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drone Service Providers Alliance<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/nbhwc.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">National Board for Health and Wellness Coaching<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>An In-Depth Comparison: 501(c)3 Vs 501(c)(6)<\/h2>\n<p>The distinct difference between 501c3 and 501c6 organizations is in their underlying purposes. The goal of most 501c3 organizations is charitable, while 501c6 organizations are mainly business or <a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/how-to-create-a-membership-program\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">membership<\/a> nonprofits.<\/p>\n<p>Let\u2019s have a look at this comparison table before we take a deeper dive.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-31916 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Comparison-table-501c3-vs-501c6-1-1.png\" alt=\"501c3 vs 501c6\" width=\"1568\" height=\"1860\" srcset=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Comparison-table-501c3-vs-501c6-1-1.png 1568w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Comparison-table-501c3-vs-501c6-1-1-253x300.png 253w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Comparison-table-501c3-vs-501c6-1-1-863x1024.png 863w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Comparison-table-501c3-vs-501c6-1-1-768x911.png 768w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Comparison-table-501c3-vs-501c6-1-1-1295x1536.png 1295w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1568px) 100vw, 1568px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Next, we&#8217;ll discuss each category in detail for an in-depth insight into each.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>1. Getting the tax-exempt status<\/h3>\n<p>The first comparison comes in getting the respective nonprofit status from the IRS. <strong>For 501(c)(3), the tax-exempt status comes by filing <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/forms-pubs\/about-form-1023\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><strong>Form 1023<\/strong><\/a><strong> or <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/forms-pubs\/about-form-1023-ez\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><strong>Form 1023-EZ<\/strong><\/a> with the IRS. The cost of the same would be either <a href=\"https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/charities-non-profits\/form-1023-and-1023-ez-amount-of-user-fee#:~:text=The%20user%20fee%20for%20Form,when%20the%20application%20is%20filed.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><strong>$600 or $275<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>For 501(c)(6), nonprofits need to file <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/pub\/irs-pdf\/f1024.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><strong>Form 1024<\/strong><\/a> to get their respective tax-exempt status. In addition, they\u2019ll have to attach Form 8718 to Form 1024 to receive their Letter of Determination. This works as proof of their tax-exempt status. The cost for filing Form 1024 remains at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/newsroom\/irs-revises-form-1024-used-by-most-types-of-organizations-to-apply-for-exempt-status-to-allow-electronic-filing#:~:text=The%20required%20user%20fee%20for,by%20credit%20or%20debit%20card.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><strong>$600<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>2. Purposes and activities<\/h3>\n<p>501(c)(3) organizations&#8217; primary goal is <strong>charitable or educational<\/strong>. They must perform activities that benefit the public through services like housing, food distribution, <a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/university-fundraising\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">education<\/a>, religion, or other publicly beneficial actions.<\/p>\n<p>In addition to providing services, 501(c)(3) organizations are responsible for informing and educating the public about their <a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/mission-statement-examples\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">missions<\/a> and causes.<\/p>\n<p>501(c)(3) nonprofits can advocate and lobby for their causes within reason.<\/p>\n<p>The<strong> IRS does not see 501(c)(6) organizations as charitable organizations<\/strong>. Instead, these organizations are formed to support their members\u2019 business activities.<\/p>\n<p>501(c)(6) organizations have less strict regulations regarding lobbying.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>3. Political involvement<\/h3>\n<p>As we said, 501(c)(3) organizations can lobby for their organization\u2019s purpose and activities but there are limits. The <strong>IRS ensures that 501(c)(3) organizations cannot<\/strong> &#8211;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Influence legislation,<\/li>\n<li>Participate or intervene in any political campaign, or<\/li>\n<li>Support any candidate or public office.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>501(c)(3) private foundations cannot engage in lobbying but can provide funding for nonprofits used for lobbying.<\/p>\n<p>On the contrary,<strong> 501(c)(6)\u00a0organizations can participate in unlimited lobbying<\/strong> as long as it relates to their purpose. They must notify their members about the percentage of dues used for lobbying. If they don\u2019t, the IRS will assess a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/charities-non-profits\/proxy-tax-tax-exempt-organization-fails-to-notify-members-that-dues-are-non-deductible-lobbying-political-expenditures\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><strong>proxy tax<\/strong><\/a> penalty.<\/p>\n<p>The <strong>most significant difference between 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(6) organizations when it comes to <a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/political-fundraising\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">political<\/a> activity is electioneering<\/strong>. Electioneering is when organizations actively take part in election campaign activities. Some 501(c)(6) organizations spend <a href=\"https:\/\/nonprofitlawblog.com\/comparing-501c3-vs-501c6-for-nonprofit-startups\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">49%<\/a> of their resources on electioneering. 501c3s cannot take part in electioneering.<\/p>\n<p>Both types of organizations <strong>must comply with IRS registration and reporting requirements<\/strong> regarding all lobbying activities.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>4. Donations, fundraising, and membership<\/h3>\n<p>501(c)(3) nonprofits can receive tax-deductible donations. These <strong>donations are considered charitable contributions<\/strong>, and donors can report them on their annual taxes. Donors can receive tax deductions for cash and property gifts.<\/p>\n<p>501(c)(3) nonprofits may also offer memberships to their supporters for a monthly fee. These fees are tax-deductible.<\/p>\n<p><strong>501(c)(3) organizations have a distinct fundraising advantage over 501(c)(6) organizations<\/strong>. 501(c)(6) organizations can accept donations, but these gifts are <strong>not tax-deductible as charitable donations<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>For 501(c)(6) organizations, membership fees are tax-deductible, but only for members who can claim these fees as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/charities-non-profits\/other-non-profits\/tax-treatment-of-donations-501c6-organizations\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><strong>business expenses<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>The IRS may also require 501c6 organizations to report that donations and fees are not tax-deductible to the public and pay a proxy tax in connection with these fees.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>5. Grants<\/h3>\n<p>501(c)(3) organizations can give and receive <a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/find-grants-for-your-nonprofit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">grants<\/a> as long as they further their purpose. Most grants are meant for charities.<\/p>\n<p>On the other hand, 501c6 organizations can receive grants if the grant organization allows them to apply.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Noteworthy Differences: 501(c)(3) Vs 501(c)(6)<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-31834\" src=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/thisisengineering-raeng-hOCYuLmTTnY-unsplash-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"501c3 vs 501c6\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" srcset=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/thisisengineering-raeng-hOCYuLmTTnY-unsplash-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/thisisengineering-raeng-hOCYuLmTTnY-unsplash-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/thisisengineering-raeng-hOCYuLmTTnY-unsplash-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/thisisengineering-raeng-hOCYuLmTTnY-unsplash-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/thisisengineering-raeng-hOCYuLmTTnY-unsplash-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/thisisengineering-raeng-hOCYuLmTTnY-unsplash-2048x1366.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>1. Are there any similarities between 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(6) organizations?<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">501(c)(3) and 501(c)(6) organizations have several differences, but there are a few similarities.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Both organizations are exempt from paying a federal income tax, but only 501(c)(3) may be exempt from state and local taxes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Both organizations must file <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/your-990-made-simple\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Form 990<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to prove they benefit the public or the organization\u2019s membership.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">501(c)(3) and 501(c)(6) organizations\u2019 earnings cannot substantially benefit an individual or private shareholder. If they\u2019re found to benefit an individual with influence over the organization, the IRS can impose an excise tax on the individual. The organizations will lose their tax-exempt status.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finally, while 501(c)(6) organizations are membership nonprofits, both 501(c)(6) and 501(c)(3) organizations may have members.<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>2. 501(c)(3) vs 501(c)(4) vs 501(c)(6)<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many people need clarification on the differences between 501(c)(3), <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/start-a-501c4-organization\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">501(c)(4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">), and 501(c)(6) organizations.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Each of these organizations is tax-exempt, but the key differences apply to their political activities.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">501(c)(3) organizations can perform some lobbying activities if they are directly related to the charity\u2019s mission. There are several restrictions, including those on supporting campaigns and political parties.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">501(c)(6) organizations are given more freedom by the IRS to take part in lobbying and electioneering.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">501(c)(4) organizations are trade unions, social welfare organizations, and civic leagues. 501(c)(4) can endorse political candidates, and there are no limits on its political lobbying. Thanks to the Supreme Court decision, Citizens United, 501(c)(4) organizations can also spend unlimited <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/pac-fundraising-ideas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">amounts through PACs<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to endorse candidates that align with their mission.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">501(c)(4) donations are not tax-deductible as charitable donations. However, members of these organizations may be able to deduct fees as business expenses.<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n<p>The differences between <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">501(c)(3)<\/span> and <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">501(c)(6)<\/span> organizations can be confusing, but this article should help define the two and support you in determining which type of organization you wish to start.<\/p>\n<p>Visit our website for more information on creating your <a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/how-to-start-a-501c3\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">501(c)(3)<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/start-a-501c6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">501(c)(6)<\/a> nonprofit. If you are interested in learning more about the differences between <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">501(c)(3)<\/span> and <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">501(c)(4) <\/span> organizations, read our <a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/501c3-vs-501c4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">article<\/a> on the subject.<\/p>\n<p>Donorbox has helped nonprofits of all types with its all-in-one, simple-to-use online fundraising solution. 50,000+ organizations across the globe have used our fundraising and donor management features to make a greater impact in the world. Know about these <a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/features\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">features<\/a> (Peer-to-Peer, Crowdfunding, Text-to-Give, Events, Memberships, and more), our integrations, and pricing on the website <a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Get helpful tips and resources on raising more funds and managing your supporters better on our <a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">nonprofit blog<\/a>. Subscribe to the Donorbox newsletter to have a list of our best resources delivered to your inbox every month.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong><em>Note:<\/em><\/strong><em> By sharing this information we do not intend to provide legal, tax, or accounting advice, or to address specific situations. The above article is intended to provide generalized financial and legal information designed to educate a broad segment of the public. Please consult with your legal or tax advisor to supplement and verify what you learn here.<\/em><\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/orgs\/new?utm_source=Blog&utm_medium=footer-bannerc\" class=\"banner-link\" target=\"_blank\">\n\t  \t\t\t\t\t\t<img src=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/seemless-giving-tools.webp\" alt=\"Bottom banner\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) states that both 501c3 and 501c6 organizations do not have to pay federal income taxes, but after that, the differences between the two organization types are vast. The primary difference between the two has to do with the organization\u2019s purpose. 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