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University Public Charity Trust
Harvest christian University Status
Statement of Protection and Status for Harvest Christian University Public Charity Trust
Official Declaration of Nonprofit Status and Protections
Harvest Christian University Public Charity Trust (HCU), a faith-based educational institution dedicated to Christian higher learning and charitable outreach, is duly organized and operated exclusively for religious, charitable, and educational purposes as defined under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended. HCU holds federal tax-exempt status under this provision, thereby shielding it from federal income taxation on mission-related activities. Furthermore, HCU is classified as a public charity under Section 509(a)(1) and Section 170(b)(1)(A)(vi) of the Internal Revenue Code, ensuring broad public support and eligibility for enhanced tax benefits.
Harvest Christian University Foundation
Key Protections and Benefits:
• Tax Exemption: HCU is exempt from federal income taxes, allowing full dedication of resources to its educational and charitable mission without the burden of unrelated business income tax on core activities.
• Donor Incentives: Gifts, grants, bequests, and contributions to HCU are deductible as charitable contributions on donors’ federal income tax returns to the maximum extent permitted by law, fostering generous support for scholarships, programs, and community initiatives.
• Limited Liability: As a nonprofit corporation, HCU provides safeguards for its trustees, officers, and volunteers, protecting them from personal liability for organizational actions when acting in good faith.
• State and Local Alignment: HCU complies with applicable state nonprofit laws, securing parallel exemptions from state and local taxes where qualified, and operates under Section 508(c)(1)(A) for streamlined recognition as a church-related entity.
Board of Trustees
By: The Board of Trustees, Harvest Christian University Public Charity Trust
Harvest Christian University is governed by a dedicated Board of Trustees, responsible for upholding the mission, vision, and strategic direction of the institution. As a public charity trust, the Board exercises fiduciary oversight, ensuring financial integrity, compliance with legal and ethical standards, and prudent stewardship of resources. The Trustees work collaboratively to establish policies, oversee academic and administrative leadership, and promote growth aligned with the university’s commitment to faith-based, Indigenous-rooted education.
The Board’s role includes guiding long-term planning, fundraising, community engagement, and ensuring the university maintains its unique status as a royal chartered institution with sovereign governance. Members of the Board bring diverse expertise from academia, business, law, and ministry, contributing to robust decision-making and support for Harvest Christian University’s distinct mission.
