Charitable Solicitation Registration in Michigan

Heads Up: Michigan requires charitable solicitation registration before you fundraise.

Before your nonprofit can solicit donations in Michigan, you'll need to complete the registration process with the state. This guide walks you through the requirements, fees, and timeline.

Michigan requires charitable solicitation registration before your nonprofit can solicit donations in the state.

The filing agency is the Michigan Attorney General, Charitable Trust Section.

Governing law: Charitable Organizations and Solicitations Act (MCL 400.271 et seq.).

What's Required

Registration form: CTS-03 (Request for Exemption)

Who's Exempt

Charitable Organizations and Solicitations Act (MCL 400.271 et seq.)

Renewal Process

Due date: 30 days before registration expiration

Enforcement Agency & Contact Information

Michigan Attorney General, Charitable Trust Section

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