Center for Nonprofit Law

Center for Nonprofit Law specializes in property tax exemptions and appeals for tax-exempt organizations throughout Oregon. We understand the unique challenges nonprofits face with property tax issues, from maintaining exempt status to appealing assessments on properties used for charitable purposes. Our team combines nonprofit law expertise with property tax knowledge to protect your organization's assets. We've helped hundreds of nonprofits secure and maintain property tax exemptions, saving millions in taxes that can be redirected toward mission-critical programs. Whether you're a new nonprofit seeking exemption or an established organization facing assessment challenges, we provide specialized guidance that general property tax consultants simply can't match.

We handle complete property tax exemption applications for religious organizations, charities, educational institutions, and other qualifying nonprofits. Our services include initial eligibility assessments, application preparation, and ongoing compliance monitoring to maintain exempt status. For nonprofits with partial exemptions or mixed-use properties, we manage appeals when assessors incorrectly tax exempt portions of buildings. We also handle appeals for properties temporarily out of charitable use due to renovations or program changes. Our assessment challenge services address situations where exempt properties are valued incorrectly, affecting insurance requirements or potential future tax liability. Additionally, we provide consultation on property acquisition tax implications, helping nonprofits structure purchases to maximize tax benefits and ensure smooth exemption transfers.

We start with a comprehensive review of your organization's structure, property use, and current tax status. For new exemptions, we'll assess eligibility and explain the application timeline. For existing exemptions under challenge, we'll analyze the assessor's concerns and develop a response strategy. Our process includes gathering organizational documents, property use records, and financial statements that demonstrate charitable purpose. We prepare all necessary applications and appeals, coordinate with county assessors, and represent your organization at hearings. Throughout the process, we provide guidance on maintaining compliance and documenting charitable use to protect your exempt status long-term.

We serve nonprofits throughout Oregon, with particular expertise in Lane, Marion, Washington, and Multnomah counties. Our statewide practice allows us to navigate different county procedures and assessor requirements effectively. We also handle cases involving multiple properties across different jurisdictions, ensuring consistent exemption strategies for organizations with diverse property portfolios.