USPS non profit postage rates are almost half the cost of standard marketing mail rates. In order to qualify for them there are specific requirements and forms that need to be completed.

In order to qualify for non profit rates you must be one of the following organizations with non profit status

Agricultural

Educational

Fraternal

Labor

Philanthropic

Religious

Scientific

Veterans

Some political committees

Not every organization is eligible, for example, business leagues, chambers of commerce, social and hobby clubs, and certain political organizations usually, or individuals are NOT eligible.

To submit an application you will need to fill out this form, and submit it to the Bulk Mail Entry Unit at a USPS post office.

You must submit some documentation with your application to support your claim for nonprofit prices:

Formative papers—e.g., articles of incorporation, constitution, or charter.
IRS letter of exemption from payment of federal income tax.
Other evidence of nonprofit status—e.g., a financial statement prepared by a responsible party such as a certified public accountant substantiating organization's nonprofit status (statement must include balance sheets, income statement, notes, etc.).

Some mailers provide additional supporting documentation:

List of the organization's activities during the past 12 months.
Financial statement showing receipts and expenditures for the past fiscal year, plus the budget for the current year.
Other documents of operation—e.g., the organization's bulletins, minutes of meetings, brochures.

When completing the documentation keep in mind that the address noted on the application will need to be the return address on your mail piece so the USPS can verify that the authorized organization is sending mail at non profit rates.

If you need help with your nonprofit authorization please contact us