We understand that applicants for this grant program may be working towards filing for an EIN or the legal incorporation of their organization. Applicants without an EIN will be considered for this grant opportunity.
A Nonprofit Employer Identification Number (EIN) is a Federal nine-digit tax ID number that IRS assigns to nonprofits, charities, organizations, and businesses in the following format: XX-XXXXXXX. Nonprofit organizations and charities are required to have their EIN prior to starting a nonprofit organization and filing for tax exemption. The EIN is not your tax-exempt number.
Learn more and get started applying for an EIN here. Note: you should not apply for an EIN before your organization is legally formed.