Why is WordPress.org Not Part of the Nonprofit? ![rw-book-cover](https://readwise-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/static/images/article3.5c705a01b476.png) ๐Ÿ”— **Source:** [Why is WordPress.org Not Part of the Nonprofit?](https://www.reddit.com/r/Wordpress/comments/1g5o4n5/why_is_wordpressorg_not_part_of_the_nonprofit/) ๐Ÿ“„ **Full text:** ![[Full Document Contents/Articles/Why is WordPress.org Not Part of the Nonprofit|Why is WordPress.org Not Part of the Nonprofit?, arcanistzed]] ## Highlights - If the concern really is about the IRS, there are other 501(c) options besides 501(c)(3): โ€ข **501(c)(6)** (like the Linux Foundation): Business leagues can engage in activities that benefit both public and private interests, offering more flexibility while still supporting open-source projects. โ€ข **501(c)(4)**: Social welfare organizations can benefit the public while still having some indirect private benefits. ([View Highlight](https://read.readwise.io/read/01jaer7x53f10k8vv6ttbsbvgx))