Form 990 Disclosures
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Quick facts about Form 990 Disclosures
Form 990 Disclosures
New rules
The IRS is revising Form 990, the core disclosure form for nonprofits.New rules will require detailed reporting on government grants and contracts.
Flow of funds
Expanded disclosures will track fiscal sponsorships and fund flows between entities.
Broader policy
The new disclosures are part of a wider policy agenda from the Trump administration to identify and disrupt extremist funding networks.
Efforts to Address Extremism
National Security Presidential Memorandum-7
In September 2025 President Trump issued NSPM-7 directing federal agencies to investigate domestic terrorism including by examining organizations connected to those activities, including nonprofits entities.
Nonprofit terror ties
In March 2026 a House Ways & Means Committee investigation led to Islamic Relief USA cutting ties with Islamic Relief Worldwide as the Committee alleged the organization was linked to Hamas.
Whistleblower alert
In April 2026 the IRS issued a Whistleblower Alert, calling on the public to report misuse of federal funds by tax-exempt organizations.
Why This Matters
This effort is part of a broader campaign by the Trump administration to address financial support for extremist activities through nonprofits. By increasing disclosure requirements, not only will the measures lead to enhanced national security but also greater public confidence in nonprofits and use of funds.