Exempt from federal income tax under Section 501(c)(3).
Our Tax-Exempt Status
Our Lady of Hope Foundation is recognized by the United States Internal Revenue Service as a tax-exempt public charity under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
IRS Tax-Exempt Status
The following information is taken directly from the organization's IRS determination letter dated February 10, 2026.
Classified as a public charity under IRC 170(b)(1)(A)(vi).
Effective date of the organization's federal tax exemption.
Contributions are deductible under IRC Section 170.
Official Information
The information below identifies Our Lady of Hope Foundation as recorded in the IRS determination letter.
Plano, TX 75093
IRS Determination Letter
The following is a readable transcription of the official determination letter issued by the Internal Revenue Service.
Cincinnati, OH 45201
PLANO, TX 75093
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Dear Applicant:
We're pleased to tell you we determined you're exempt from federal income tax under Internal Revenue Code (IRC) Section 501(c)(3). Donors can deduct contributions they make to you under IRC Section 170. You're also qualified to receive tax deductible bequests, devises, transfers or gifts under Section 2055, 2106, or 2522. This letter could help resolve questions on your exempt status. Please keep it for your records.
Organizations exempt under IRC Section 501(c)(3) are further classified as either public charities or private foundations. We determined you're a public charity under the IRC Section listed at the top of this letter.
If we indicated at the top of this letter that you're required to file Form 990/990-EZ/990-N, our records show you're required to file an annual information return (Form 990 or Form 990-EZ) or electronic notice (Form 990-N, the e-Postcard). If you don't file a required return or notice for three consecutive years, your exempt status will be automatically revoked.
If we indicated at the top of this letter that an addendum applies, the enclosed addendum is an integral part of this letter.
For important information about your responsibilities as a tax-exempt organization, go to www.irs.gov/charities . Enter "4221-PC" in the search bar to view Publication 4221-PC, Compliance Guide for 501(c)(3) Public Charities, which describes your recordkeeping, reporting, and disclosure requirements.
Rulings and Agreements
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Annual Filing Requirement
According to the IRS determination letter, Our Lady of Hope Foundation is required to file an annual information return or electronic notice, as applicable, using Form 990, Form 990-EZ, or Form 990-N.
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