Charitable Solicitation Registration in North Dakota
Heads Up: North Dakota requires charitable solicitation registration before you fundraise.
Before your nonprofit can solicit donations in North Dakota, you'll need to complete the registration process with the state. This guide walks you through the requirements, fees, and timeline.
North Dakota requires charitable solicitation registration before your nonprofit can solicit donations in the state.
The filing agency is the North Dakota Secretary of State, Charitable Organizations section.
Governing law: NDCC Title 50, Chapter 22 (Charitable Solicitation Act).
What's Required
Registration form: Charitable Organization Registration Statement, filed electronically through the FirstStop Portal at firststop.sos.nd.gov.
Required documentation: Organization name and purpose, officer names and addresses, registered agent information, and a financial report detailing operations for the 12 months immediately prior to filing.
Who's Exempt
Religious organizations, educational institutions, and organizations with gross revenue under certain thresholds may qualify for exemptions. Contact the Secretary of State for current exemption criteria.
Fees & Costs
Initial registration fee: $25
Annual renewal fee: $25
Renewal Process
Annual renewal required. Filed through the FirstStop Portal. Must include updated financial data and officer information.
Enforcement Agency & Contact Information
North Dakota Secretary of State
https://firststop.sos.nd.gov
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