A tornado slides across Oklahoma. Image courtesy NSSL/NOAA. Continued vigilance and quick response to tornado watches and warnings are critical, since tornadoes can strike virtually anywhere at any time. Most tornadoes are abrupt at onset, short-lived and often obscured by rain or darkness.
Most nonprofits and charities must keep books and records for a minimum of six years from the end of the last tax year to which they relate. This retention period will be extended if returns are late-filed or if there is a notice of objection or appeal underway.
If you filed for a deduction for a bad debt or worthless security, the IRS suggests you keep your supporting tax records for 7 years. Under these circumstances, you may generally wish to retain your supportive records for at least 7 years. Employment Tax Records. If you have employees, the IRS suggests that you retain all employment tax records for a minimum of 4 years after the date those taxes were due or were paid, whichever is later.