Domestic Vetting Documentation Requirements

YourCause from Blackbaud requires specific documentation to be submitted when completing your Domestic Vetting Application.

Note: For more information about the application process, see Complete Your Domestic Vetting Application.

Why do I need to submit this documentation?

A U.S.-based nonprofit organization may not be currently eligible for giving in the Global Good Network due to one of the following:

  1. They have an IRS configuration that requires further documentation to ensure compliance with the Global Good Network guidelines.

  2. They are not currently listed in the IRS Business Master File (BMF) or Pub78 file. These files are the IRS's definitive record of tax-exempt organizations, including Group Exemptions, Government Entities, and Supporting Organizations.

The documentation we request as part of your Domestic Vetting Application allows us to vet your organization and ensure it meets all the criteria legally allowed to receive charitable donations and grants through the Global Good Network.

What documentation do I need to apply?

The documentation required depends on the type of organization that you represent. Click on the organization types below for specific requirements.

You will need to provide one (1) document:

  1. IRS Letter of Determination - The letter provided must be a copy of an IRS-issued document with the organization's name and EIN pre-printed on it.

Note: Visit Applying for Tax-Exempt Status on the IRS website for instructions on obtaining an IRS Letter of Determination.

 

You will need to provide two (2) documents:

  1. IRS Group Exemption Letter or IRS Letter of Determination - The letter provided must be a copy of an IRS-issued document with the organization's name and EIN pre-printed on it.

    Note: A group exemption is the IRS's recognition of a parent organization and its subordinates as tax-exempt. An IRS Group Exemption Letter has the same effect as an individual exemption letter except that it applies to more than one organization. For more information, see IRS Publication 4573.

    Note: Federal IRS EIN Issuance or EIN Verification letters are both acceptable documents. Self-certifying documents will not be accepted. Visit Applying for Tax-Exempt Status on the IRS website for instructions on obtaining an IRS Letter of Determination.

  2. Parent Verification Letter - A copy of the letter from the parent organization verifying your organization's inclusion as a subordinate in good standing under its 501(c)3 group exemption with the IRS must be provided.

    Note: This letter must include specific details. For more information, see Download sample documents and templates.

     

You will need to provide a completed Supported Organization Questionnaire along with the supporting documentation outlined in the questionnaire. For more information, see Download sample documents and templates.

 

A stand-alone church that does not legally fall under a group exemption will need to provide two (2) documents:

  1. IRS Tax Document - This is a copy of an IRS-issued document with the name and EIN of your organization pre-printed on it.

    Note: Federal IRS EIN Issuance or EIN Verification letters are both acceptable documents. Self-certifying documents will not be accepted.

  2. Certification Letter - The Certification Letter - Church or other religious organization template can be downloaded to complete.

 

You will need to provide two (2) documents:

  1. IRS Tax Document - This is a copy of an IRS-issued document with the name and EIN of your organization pre-printed on it.

    Note: Federal IRS EIN Issuance or EIN Verification letters are both acceptable documents. Self-certifying documents will not be accepted.

  2. Certification Letter - The Certification Letter - Government entity template can be downloaded to complete.

 

 

Download sample documents and templates

This letter from the parent organization verifies your organization's inclusion as a subordinate in good standing under its 501(c)3 group exemption with the IRS. It must fit the following specifications:

  • Includes the name, address, and EIN of your organization.

  • Signed by an authorized representative of the parent organization. The signature must include the signer's printed name and title.

  • Must be dated no older than six (6) months at the time of submission to Blackbaud.

  • Must be provided in a non-editable PDF format. Word documents or links to web documents are not accepted.

Download templates

Click the links below to download templates based on your organization type.

 

This letter verifies that you are either a church or other religious organization (stand alone church) or government entity. This is required for organizations that select Stand Alone Church or Government Entity in the Domestic Vetting Application. It must fit the following specifications:

  • Includes the name, address, and EIN of your organization.

  • Signed by an authorized representative of the parent organization. The signature must include the signer's printed name and title.

  • Must be dated no older than six (6) months at the time of submission to Blackbaud.

  • Must be provided in a non-editable PDF format. Word documents or links to web documents are not accepted.

Download templates

Click the links below to download templates based on your organization type.

 

Click the link below to download the questionnaire to be completed and submitted with your application.