Usps non profit mailing

The United States Postal Service (USPS) offers several options for non-profit organizations to mail their materials at a reduced rate. Here are some of the most common options:

  1. Non-Profit Authorization: The USPS requires non-profit organizations to obtain an authorization from the USPS to qualify for non-profit mailing rates. This authorization is usually obtained through the organization's tax-exempt status with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).
  2. Non-Profit Mailing Permit: Non-profit organizations can obtain a non-profit mailing permit from the USPS, which allows them to mail their materials at a reduced rate. This permit is usually obtained through the organization's non-profit authorization.
  3. Non-Profit Rates: The USPS offers reduced rates for non-profit organizations on certain types of mail, such as:
    • First-Class Mail: Non-profit organizations can mail First-Class Mail at a rate that is 10% lower than the standard rate.
    • Standard Mail: Non-profit organizations can mail Standard Mail at a rate that is 20% lower than the standard rate.
    • Periodicals: Non-profit organizations can mail periodicals (such as newsletters and magazines) at a rate that is 20% lower than the standard rate.
  4. Bulk Mail Discounts: Non-profit organizations can also qualify for bulk mail discounts, which can save them even more money on their mailing costs. To qualify for bulk mail discounts, the organization must meet certain requirements, such as:
    • Mailing a minimum of 200 pieces of mail
    • Using a specific type of mail (such as Standard Mail or Periodicals)
    • Meeting certain formatting and content requirements
  5. Presort Services: The USPS offers presort services for non-profit organizations, which can help them save even more money on their mailing costs. Presort services involve sorting and processing the organization's mail in advance, which can help reduce the cost of postage and improve the efficiency of the mailing process.

To take advantage of these options, non-profit organizations should:

  1. Obtain a non-profit authorization from the USPS
  2. Obtain a non-profit mailing permit from the USPS
  3. Meet the requirements for non-profit rates and bulk mail discounts
  4. Use presort services to further reduce their mailing costs

By following these steps, non-profit organizations can save money on their mailing costs and focus on their mission and goals.