Triangle Area, NC — Interfaith Creation Care of the Triangle (ICCT) has officially begun the formal process of becoming a federally recognized 501(c)(3) public charity, marking a significant milestone in the organization’s growth and mission.
In a historic gathering of the organization’s officers, President Lynn Lyle, Secretary Susan Kane, Vice President Joe Rabenstine, and Treasurer Michelle Hunter met in person to sign a legal organizing document, obtain an Employer Identification Number (EIN), and electronically file IRS Form 1023-EZ — the required application for recognition as a public charity under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
“It’s very exciting to have taken this big step forward in the life of our organization,” said Treasurer Michelle Hunter, who coordinated the filing process. Special recognition was given to Boyd Rogers for his guidance in navigating the application process.
ICCT brings together faith communities across the Triangle region united around a shared calling to care for the earth. Official 501(c)(3) recognition will allow the organization to expand its reach, pursue grant funding, and offer donors the benefit of tax-deductible contributions in support of its work.
Approval by the IRS is expected to follow in the coming weeks or months. Once granted, ICCT will be fully positioned to deepen its programming and partnerships across the region’s diverse faith landscape.
For more information about Interfaith Creation Care of the Triangle, visit interfaithcreationcare.org.
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Contact: Jarrod Davis, Communications — Interfaith Creation Care of the Triangle
