Tax-EXEMPT organizations are organizations that are EXEMPT from paying taxes on their income. These organizations are typically non-profit organizations that are dedicated to providing services to the public, such as charities, religious organizations, and educational institutions. EXEMPT organizations are granted this status by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) in the United States. The term 'tax-EXEMPT' refers to the fact that these organizations do not have to pay taxes on their income, which allows them to use more of their resources for their mission.