The EIN, or Tax ID, serves as an official identifier for businesses or organizations. This exclusive number is allocated to your entity and is issued to you through email. It functions to distinguish your organization for the purpose of obtaining government advantages. Furthermore, it aids in safeguarding against threats such as extortion, spying, and the alteration of official documents.
Obtaining a tax ID (EIN)
Obtaining a church tax ID (also known as an EIN) is a necessity if you want to operate your church as a business. This EIN number is used for various purposes, such as applying for a bank account, applying for credit, and other business licenses. It is required by the IRS for most businesses, including churches.
The first step in obtaining a church tax ID (EIN) is to determine the purpose of your organization. For example, if you plan to employ people, you will need an EIN in order to comply with IRS withholding regulations. You can also use it to open a bank account, establish a pension plan, or apply for a loan.
Once you have the information you need, you can apply for your tax ID. You can do this through a mail or fax, or even online. However, this process can take up to six weeks or more if there are complications. This is why it is important to start the process early.
The IRS issued a revised version of Form 8822-B on January 1, 2014. As a reminder, churches must update their address and responsible party if they change their address. The deadline to update this information is March 31, 2014. You should also check box #4a if you changed the location of your business.
You can apply for your church tax ID online. You can fill out the application online, and wait for your EIN to be generated. In some cases, you will receive follow-up mails with additional instructions. It's a good idea to have a paper copy of the application handy as well. If you'd prefer to receive a hard copy, you can request a copy and print it out yourself. If you don't feel comfortable filling out the form online, you can also print and fill out the paper version, and mail it in.
Blackmail
Recently, a site called Wikinews published a document obtained from Wikileaks. The document contains details about Mormons, including how they use their tax ID number. However, the Mormon church has taken it upon itself to fight back. The Mormon church says that their documents are protected by the First Amendment, so they are merely exercising their intellectual property rights in accordance with U.S. law.
The Wikileaks website is using the documents for profit and is trying to attract people to their website. It isn't difficult to get in touch with the Wikileaks website. They may receive a call requiring them to give them the book.
The IRS and the Hubbard church both have a lot at stake in the case. The church's tax id number is used by government agencies to make tax-exempt determinations. Moreover, this information can be used for Freedom of Information Act requests. Because of this, documents describing the church's business activities should be public. If they are not, then the church should not be able to enjoy tax exemption or federal recognition as a non-profit.
The LDS church is very sensitive to ridicule. Nevertheless, it has made a number of concessions to change its practices. Thankfully, women are in high positions in the LDS church. They hold leadership positions in organizations for young women, children, and women. Moreover, they are given copies of the Church Handbook of Instructions, Book 2.
Espionage
Many Americans who commit espionage are once model citizens. In the hope of a quick buck, they pursue espionage work. As it turns out, however, espionage work can be a very dangerous affair.
Falsification of records
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, commonly known as Mormons, has faced a lawsuit over its alleged tithing fraud. Laura Gaddy, a member of the Mormon Church for almost 40 years, has filed a putative class action lawsuit against the religious corporation, alleging numerous fraud-related claims. She claims that the church has purposely misrepresented its founding, and that leaders may not believe the version of events they promote.
In response to Gaddy's initial Complaint, the Church moved for summary judgment, arguing that her claims were barred by the Establishment Clause and Free Exercise Clause. The Church argues that the claims involve its religious beliefs and fundamental doctrines and therefore cannot be pursued. Thus, the Court grants dismissal of her lawsuit. However, the Court denies her motion to dismiss the complaint based on the third alternative theory of civil RICO.
The Turners' allegation is based on two circumstances: first, Turner's claims against the Church stem from its failure to warn her about malaria risk and provide adequate medical care while serving in Guatemala. In addition, Turner's claim cites no evidence that the Church abducted her family. Turner's missionary companion notified the Missionary Program in Utah, which reported her concerns to the mission president and treating doctors.
