§ 1405 Nonprofit Organization Definition

Fish and Game Code·California

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This law tells you that when it says “nonprofit organization,” it means any group that the IRS lists under Section 501(c) of the tax code.

Key Takeaways

•The term “nonprofit organization” is just a definition.
•It only includes groups that the IRS lists under 501(c).
•If a group isn’t listed in 501(c), it doesn’t count as a nonprofit under this law.

Example

A local charity that helps feed homeless people wants to apply for a grant that requires the applicant to be a nonprofit.

Because the charity is recognized by the IRS as a 501(c)(3) organization, it meets the definition in this law and can apply for the grant.

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§ 1405 Nonprofit Organization Definition

“Nonprofit organization” means an organization described in subsection (c) of Section 501 of the Internal Revenue Code of the United States (26 U.S.C. 501(c)). (Added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 1645, Sec. 2.)

Last verified: January 10, 2026

Key Terms

Nonprofit organization Internal Revenue Code 26 U.S.C. 501(c)

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Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
California Legislature. Fish and Game Code. Section 1405.

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