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All charitable organizations that plan to solicit contributions, have contributions solicited on their behalf, or participate in charitable promotions must register by law, with only a few exceptions.
Learn more about Colorado requirements for Charitable Organizations here.
Nonprofits operating and fundraising in Colorado must register with the Secretary of State.
To maintain compliance in Colorado, nonprofits must annually renew their registration with the Secretary of State.
Colorado requires charitable organizations soliciting contributions to register and annually renew with the Secretary of State, ensuring transparency and accountability. The process is streamlined with an online system and modest fees, but organizations must meet deadlines to avoid penalties. Extensions are available, but timely compliance is critical to maintain good standing. For detailed information and registration assistance, visit the Colorado Secretary of State's Charity Registration page.
