Is LDAMC / LDA Maryland a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) non-profit?

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Yes. The organization behind ldamc.org is identified as a non-profit tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organization, and the site now serves as a transition page: the Learning Disabilities Association of Montgomery County (LDAMC) has become part of the Learning Disabilities Association of Maryland (LDAMD). If you are trying to verify tax-exempt status, confirm which entity you are dealing with — the Montgomery County affiliate or the statewide Maryland organization — and check the current documentation on the new LDA Maryland site.

What ldamc.org is now

ldamc.org is no longer the primary home of a standalone Montgomery County organization. The page states: "LDAMC Has Transitioned to LDA Maryland," and "The Learning Disabilities Association of Montgomery County (LDAMC) is now operating through the Learning Disabilities Association of Maryland (LDAMD)."

The page also shows a redirect notice ("Redirecting you to our new home in 5 seconds...") and links to continue to the new site. In other words, ldamc.org functions as a pointer to the successor organization rather than an active program site.

What 501(c)(3) status generally means

501(c)(3) is a U.S. federal tax-exemption category for certain non-profit organizations. In general terms, it means:

  • The organization is organized and operated for exempt purposes (for example, charitable or educational purposes).
  • It is generally exempt from federal income tax on related income.
  • Donations to it may be tax-deductible for the donor, subject to IRS rules and the donor's own situation.
  • It is subject to IRS rules on activities, reporting, and public disclosure.

This is general background. For any specific deduction, grant, or compliance question, rely on the IRS and the organization's own current filings.

Where to find the certificates and current documentation

The transition page includes direct links to documentation:

  • "Click/Tap to view Certificate for Montgomery County" — appears twice on the page.
  • "Click/Tap to visit LDA MD" — the link to the new organization's site.
  • "Click/Tap to view the Transition Documentation" — records explaining the move.

If you need proof of status for a donation, sponsorship, or grant application, start with those certificates, then check the LDA Maryland site for the most current documents, since the Montgomery County certificate may predate the transition.

How to verify the status yourself

  1. Open ldamc.org and use the "Certificate for Montgomery County" link to view the local documentation.
  2. Follow "Click/Tap to visit LDA MD" to reach the current statewide organization.
  3. On the LDA Maryland site, look for an about, governance, or financial page that names the legal entity and its status.
  4. Cross-check the organization's name in the IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search to confirm the entity and its current listing.
  5. If the names differ between the certificate and the new site, treat the newer entity's documentation as the current one and ask the organization directly which entity should receive funds or correspondence.

Common points of confusion

  • Old vs. new entity. A certificate issued to LDAMC may not name the same legal entity that now operates as LDA Maryland. Match the exact legal name before relying on it.
  • Redirect pages. Because ldamc.org forwards visitors, some links or forms may no longer work. Use the new site for anything time-sensitive.
  • Affiliate vs. state organization. A county affiliate and a state association can be related but distinct. Confirm which one you are donating to or citing.

For current status, documentation, and contact details, use the LDA Maryland site reached from ldamc.org rather than the transition page alone.