Board

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Members

Anca M, Hol G, Jenny R, Julio R, Liberty M, Marc J, Marina K, Matt S, Max K [treasurer], Naomi M, Romy I, Troy M, Vicky K.

Total: 13 (odd)

Responsibilities

Generally, the board members carry certain responsibilities, including:

Tasks

In particular, there are several tasks that require regular attention:

  • File a Statement of Information once every two years - $25
    Form: Form SI-100 (Statement of Information)
    Due Date: Biennially before the end of the calendar month during which the original Articles of Incorporation were filed, but no sooner than the immediately preceding 5 calendar months.
    Information: (916) 657-5448
    Web Site: www.ss.ca.gov
  • Renewal Registration
    California Attorney General
    Form: Form RRF-1
    Due Date: 4 ½ months after end of fiscal year
    Information: (916) 445-2021
    Web Site: ag.ca.gov/charities
    Filing Fee: $0-$300 (depending on revenues)
    Note: If gross receipts or total assets over $25,000, include IRS Form 990, 990-EZ or 990-PF.
    • Charitable corporations organized and operated primarily as hospitals, educational institutions, or religious organizations are exempt from filing.
  • File annually with the IRS
    Form: Annual Return Form 990
    Due Date: 4 ½ months after end of fiscal year
    Internal Revenue Service
    Information: (800) 829-1040
    Forms: (800) 829-3676
    Web Site: www.irs.gov/charities
    Filing Fee: $0
    • Public Charities: Please note that, along with the new Form 990, the IRS has instituted a "phase-in" period to allow organizations time to adjust to the new form. For a detailed "phase-in" chart, please refer to the IRS website to determine which form to file (Form 990, Form 990-EZ or Form 990-N). Private Foundations: Submit Form 990PF, regardless of revenues.
  • File with the California Franchise Tax Board
    Note: For a general discussion of the California Franchise Tax Board's requirements for exempt organizations, please refer to their Exempt Organizations publication.
    1. Form: Form 199 or 199N (California e-Postcard)
      Due Date: 4 ½ months after end of fiscal year
      Phone: (916) 845-4171
      Web Site: www.ftb.ca.gov
      Filing Fee: $0-25 (Form 199 Only, form 199N is free)
      Notes: Some organizations may be exempt from this filing depending on the type of organization. Refer to the Franchise Tax Board's website for details.
    2. Form: Form 109 (Exempt Organization Business Income Tax Return)
      Due Date: 4 ½ months after end of fiscal year
      Phone: (916) 845-4171
      Web Site: www.ftb.ca.gov
      Filing Fee: $0
      Note: This filing is required only if the organiztion derived more than $1,000 in gross unrelated business income.

Protocol

  • Plan is to only meet during official sudo room meetings, simply requiring that we have board members show up (enough for quorum).
  • No need to meet separately, unless a particular circumstance requires it.

History

  • Sudo Room has incorporated with the state of California as a Nonprofit Public Benefit Corporation organized for public and charitable purposes
    • Followed these instructions http://www.sos.ca.gov/business/be/filing-tips-corp.htm#artsnp
    • The specific purpose of this corporation is to promote and encourage scientific, technical, engineering and artistic skills through individual projects, social collaboration, and education. In the context of these purposes, the corporation shall engage in scientific, charitable and educational activities within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.

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