Program Purpose and Compliance
Non-profit Status and Purpose
The ASL Impact Program is organized exclusively for charitable and educational purposes and is actively pursuing recognition as a tax-exempt organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
Our core mission is to advance equitable access to the performing arts for the Deaf, Hard-of-Hearing, DeafBlind, and Late Deafened communities. We achieve this by:
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Providing educational training and professional development to ASL interpreters in theatrical and performance settings.
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Promoting inclusive artistic collaboration and developing high-quality interpreted performances.
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Supporting aspiring ASL artists and empowering community theaters to create accessible programming through education, mentorship, and advocacy.
Limitations and Public Benefit
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Public Benefit Only: All activities conducted by ASL Impact are for the public benefit and are not intended for the private benefit of any individual, member, director, officer, or other organization.
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Liability: The information provided on this website regarding partnerships, training, and performance quality is for informational purposes. ASL Impact assumes no legal liability for the quality, availability, or outcome of services rendered by individual interpreters or partner organizations, nor for the specific interpretation of legal or tax information related to our 501(c)(3) application status.
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Tax Status: While ASL Impact is applying for 501(c)(3) status, final determination rests with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). Any representations regarding the tax-deductibility of donations are made in good faith based on our application, but users should consult with their own tax professionals for definitive advice.