Which of the following is an example of an unrelated business activity for an exempt organization? All are qualified as tax-exempt organizations under IRC 501(c)(3). Raising Readers, Inc, a literacy program run by volunteers, conducts a bake sale, also run by the volunteers, every month. Meridian Medical Clinic, Inc, a small medical facility located in a rural area, has a small cafeteria for the benefit of the medical personnel and patients. House our Heroes, Inc, an organization to provide shelter for homeless veterans, operates a thrift store that sells donated goods. Boots and Spurs, Inc., an equine rescue organization, operates a food truck in the business district on weekdays throughout the year.

Which of the following is an example of an unrelated business activity for an exempt organization? All are qualified as tax-exempt organizations under IRC 501(c)(3). Raising Readers, Inc, a literacy program run by volunteers, conducts a bake sale, also run by the volunteers, every month. Meridian Medical Clinic, Inc, a small medical facility located in a rural area, has a small cafeteria for the benefit of the medical personnel and patients. House our Heroes, Inc, an organization to provide shelter for homeless veterans, operates a thrift store that sells donated goods. Boots and Spurs, Inc., an equine rescue organization, operates a food truck in the business district on weekdays throughout the year.

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Chapter23: Exempt Entities

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