Why we are not a 501(c)3 corporation

 

The prophetic serves as the voice of God on the earth. What "Thus says the Lord..." should not be restricted by government.  It is vitally important that the prophetic not be hindered.  To this end we will not compromise our power to exercise our spiritual freedom for tax exemption.  We willfully and gladly "render unto Ceasar what is Ceasar's."

Matthew 17:24-27 -- From whom do the kings of the earth collect duty and taxes – from their own sons or from others? asked Jesus. And Peter answered from others. Then the sons are exempt, Jesus said to him. But so that we may not offend them, go to the lake and throw out your line. Take the first fish you catch; open its mouth and you will find a four-drachma coin.Take it and give it to them for my tax and yours.

 

The Prophetic Center is a registered organization with the State of New York.  While our purpose and vision is not political, we understand and accept the burden of truth and prophetic responsibility to speak by the Spirit of God on many issues that are deemed political. 

 

Many of our services and activities are charitable and it is by the generous financial gifts of our partners and
friends that we are able to operate.

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The Restriction of Political Campaign Intervention by Section 501(c)(3) Tax-Exempt Organizations - Excerpt

Under the Internal Revenue Code, all section 501(c)(3) organizations are absolutely prohibited from directly or indirectly participating in, or intervening in, any political campaign on behalf of (or in opposition to) any candidate for elective public office. Contributions to political campaign funds or public statements of position (verbal or written) made on behalf of the organization in favor of or in opposition to any candidate for public office clearly violate the prohibition against political campaign activity. Violating this prohibition may result in denial or revocation of tax-exempt status and the imposition of certain excise taxes. Certain activities or expenditures may not be prohibited depending on the facts and circumstances.

 

Reference: http://www.irs.gov/charities/charitable/article/0,,id=163395,00.html

Lobbying - Excerpt

 

In general, no organization may qualify for section 501(c)(3) status if a substantial part of its activities is attempting to influence legislation (commonly known as lobbying). A 501(c)(3) organization may engage in some lobbying, but too much lobbying activity risks loss of tax-exempt status.

Legislation includes action by Congress, any state legislature, any local council, or similar governing body, with respect to acts, bills, resolutions, or similar items...

 

Reference: http://www.irs.gov/charities/article/0,,id=163392,00.html