Charitable Solicitation Registration in Hawaii
Heads Up: Hawaii requires charitable solicitation registration before you fundraise.
Before your nonprofit can solicit donations in Hawaii, you'll need to complete the registration process with the state. This guide walks you through the requirements, fees, and timeline.
Hawaii requires charitable solicitation registration before your nonprofit can solicit donations in the state.
The filing agency is the Hawaii Attorney General, Tax & Charities Division.
Who's Exempt
Exempt (if exempt from filing Form 990)
Educational institutions: Exempt (if licensed or accredited)
Parent-teacher associations: Exempt
Small organizations: Exempt if receiving less than $25,000 annually AND not using professional solicitors (average over preceding 3 fiscal years)
Must apply for exemption: Yes — exemption requires AG approval
Fees & Costs
Initial registration fee: $0 (no fee)
Late penalty: $20 per day, maximum $1,000 per filing
Renewal Process
Due date: Within 10 business days after filing Form 990 with IRS
Enforcement Agency & Contact Information
Hawaii Attorney General, Tax & Charities Division
https://ag.hawaii.gov/tax/
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