Internal Revenue Code Section 501(c)(3): Federal tax code section governing tax-exempt organizations, defining qualifying purposes and operational requirements for tax exemption

Form 1023 Requirements: IRS application requirements for obtaining federal tax-exempt status, including detailed organizational and operational information

State Nonprofit Corporation Acts: State-specific laws governing the formation, operation, and dissolution of nonprofit corporations

State Charitable Solicitation Laws: Regulations governing fundraising activities and charitable solicitations within specific states

State Corporate Filing Requirements: State-specific requirements for registering and maintaining nonprofit corporate status, including annual reports and fees

Corporate Governance Laws: Laws governing board structure, fiduciary duties, and corporate recordkeeping requirements for nonprofit organizations

Fair Labor Standards Act: Federal law establishing standards for employment including minimum wage, overtime pay, and recordkeeping requirements

Equal Employment Opportunity Laws: Federal and state laws prohibiting workplace discrimination and ensuring equal employment opportunities

State Charity Registration Requirements: State-specific requirements for registering as a charitable organization and maintaining compliance

Public Disclosure Requirements: Federal and state requirements for maintaining transparency and making certain organizational information available to the public

Industry-Specific Regulations: Additional regulatory requirements based on the nonprofit's specific purpose or sector (healthcare, education, religious, etc.)