I would be honestly surprised if O’Keefe’s application for nonprofit status was denied. Unless the guy is an idiot (he’s clearly an ass) it is relatively straightforward to submit a 1023 for “newsgathering in the public interest”, demonstrating public support, and having clear compensation. To be honest, you have to be a real fuckup to NOT be granted nonprofit status these days (the only group I know who was temporarily held up was for software development).

Im surprised this article didn’t mention who was listed as officers of the corporation, because that would be important (especially if some of them received compensation). Then again, I searched DC and new Jersey’s (where OKeefe is from) incorporations and couldn’t find anything close.