Sales Tax Exemption

Tax Issues | Alumni Association of the University of Michigan                            

Laws vary from state to state regarding whether a club may utilize the Association's tax-exempt status in order to be exempt from paying sales tax. Several of our clubs reside in states that do not provide this exemption, so please consult your professional advisors for the rules in your state.

In Michigan, clubs eligible to use the Association's tax-exempt status need not pay sales tax on purchases and vendor-provided services (e.g., meals in a country club). For sales tax to be waived, you should be prepared to provide the vendor or merchant (1) your club's letter of Association affiliation and (2) the Association's exemption letter from the IRS. Both letters are enclosed with your club's annual funding check. Please email Will Dorchak at [email protected] if you need an additional copies.