The organization is regulated by the State of Florida, and the following letter certifies that we have filed necessary papers with the Department of Agriculture:

Compliance letter from State of Florida (1 page)

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The organization applied for 501(c)(3) status in January 2005 and received exemption status in February 2005. The following is the determination letter from the Internal Revenue Service:

Exemption status letter from I.R.S. (6 pages)

The original application form (1023) is contained in the five pdf files below. The files are separated for your convenience in downloading. When printed, the application is a 51 page document.

Form 1023, Schedule E and Checklist. (15 pages)

990 Explanation, Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws. (15 pages)

Narrative of activities, photos and handouts. (12 pages)

Directors and Conflict of Interest policy. (6 pages)

Fundraising, Compensation and Financial Explanations. (3 pages)