Can an ASCE Section qualify for reduced nonprofit postal rates?
In recognition of the public benefit provided by charitable organizations, federal and state governments provide a number of benefits to organizations whose operations are dedicated to such public-minded endeavors. The most significant of these benefits is provided in section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, through which organizations operated for educational, religious, or charitable purposes may be exempt from payment of income taxes on income generated in performing these services. But another significant benefit—particularly for organizations that distribute printed newsletters or similar mailings on a regular basis—is the ability for qualified organizations to receive discounted postage rates on eligible mailings. Publication 417 of the U.S. Postal Service describes the eligibility requirements for organizations wishing to receive reduced rates on standard mailing. In general, eligibility entails two separate elements: First, the organization must be approved by the USPS t
