Harvest Christian University Foundation

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The Foundation is recognized as:

 A 501(c)(3) Tax-Exempt Organization

Under IRC § 501(c)(3), the Foundation is exempt from federal income  tax as an institution organized and operated for charitable and  educational purposes.

Contributions to the Foundation may be tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.

A Public Charity Under Section 509(a)(1)

Harvest Christian University Foundation qualifies as a public charity  under IRC § 509(a)(1) because it receives support from the general  public, educational programs, charitable activities, and related  institutional operations.

This designation distinguishes the Foundation from a private  foundation and allows it to operate with broader charitable flexibility.

The Foundation is recognized as:

 A 501(c)(3) Tax-Exempt Organization

 Compliance With IRS Regulations

• The Foundation operates in full compliance with federal requirements  governing charitable, educational, and religious organizations,  including:
• The prohibition against private inurement (IRC § 501(c)(3)) 
• Restrictions on substantial political activities 
• Allowable educational and charitable programming 
• Maintenance of proper organizational records 
• Governing board oversight consistent with federal nonprofit standards.

The Foundation is recognized as:

 A 501(c)(3) Tax-Exempt Organization

 Charitable Mission Statement

• The mission of the Harvest Christian University Foundation is to  support the educational, spiritual, and humanitarian work of Harvest  Christian University by:
• Advancing Christian higher education
• Funding scholarships, research, and faculty development 
• Supporting community outreach and charitable programs 
• Strengthening international academic partnerships 
• Providing resources for ecclesiastical governance and global ministry training.

The Foundation is recognized as:

 A 501(c)(3) Tax-Exempt Organization

Public Disclosure & Transparency

• As a public charity under 509(a)(1), the Foundation maintains  compliance with all disclosure requirements applicable to charitable  institutions.
• Religious-exemption provisions under 508(c)(1)(A) apply to ecclesiastical operations where permitted.
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• Legal & Compliance Statement**
• Harvest Christian University Foundation is organized and operated  exclusively for charitable, educational, and religious purposes within  the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.

The Foundation is recognized as:

 A 501(c)(3) Tax-Exempt Organization

•  A Church-Affiliated Organization Under Section 508(c)(1)(A)
• Under IRC § 508(c)(1)(A), churches and church-affiliated  organizations are automatically recognized as tax-exempt and are not  required to apply for formal recognition through IRS Form 1023.
• This provision applies to organizations whose core activities are religious, educational, and ecclesiastical in nature.
• Harvest Christian University, as a Christian educational institution  with ecclesiastical governance, qualifies for the 508(c)(1)(A) status,  granting:
• Automatic tax-exempt recognition
• Exemption from federal filing requirements that apply to non-religious charities
• Protection of ecclesiastical autonomy 
• Recognition of church-related educational functions