A charity generally is required to register with their state in order to solicit charitable contributions if state law requires. Currently, there are 39 states and the District of Columbia that have such requirements.
With the market volatility of the last six months, funding sources and non-profits alike may be uneasy given memories of the 2008 recession. Although predicting future macro-economic forces may be impossible, it is always a good idea for 501(c)(3) non-profit corporations to seek to diversify revenue streams to prepare for shifts in funding.
As of January 1, 2018, Arkansas Charitable Solicitation law was updated, moving registration for charitable solicitation from the Arkansas Attorney General to the Arkansas Secretary
On December 22, 2017, Pennsylvania fundraising laws changed when the Governor signed two bills into law amending the Solicitation of Funds for Charitable Purposes Act.
Fundraising to carry-out a nonprofit’s charitable purpose is necessary for the survival of the organization. However, holding a 501(c)(3) tax exemption does not give unlimited
The laws in this area have been evolving and it is getting easier to move a nonprofit’s domicile (or legal home) from one state to another.
Yes, charitable registration laws really do apply to small charities, but there are nonprofit registration strategies that can help keep small organizations in compliance. Many
North Dakota’s Charitable Solicitation Annual Report is due September 1. The Annual Report can be obtained online. Note that North Dakota does not require a
Charitable organizations in Arizona may serve and auction alcohol at fundraising events provided that they obtain the necessary special event licenses. Additionally, civic organizations, religious organizations, and fraternal organizations in existence for more than five years with regular membership are eligible to apply for special event licenses.
In today’s world of technology and the World Wide Web, almost all charities have a website. If your charity has a website, here are a
Most states require you to register your organization if you solicit donations from their residents. Many states also require registration if your organization collects substantial or ongoing donations from their residents, even if you aren’t specifically targeting donors in that state. Download our comprehensive list of each state’s requirements.
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