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Georgia Charity Fundraising Requirements

Fundraising Essentials
Initial Registration
Registration Renewal
Conclusion

Fundraising Essentials

Organizations wishing to solicit charitable contributions in the State of Georgia must register to conduct business in the state, reach a determination with the Internal Revenue Service ("IRS") of its federal tax status, and then register as a charitable organization with the Office of the Georgia Secretary of State.

Learn more about Georgia requirements for Charities here.

Initial Registration

Form
C-100: Charitable Organization Registration
Filing Method
By mail or online
Fee
$35
Due Date
Before solicitation

Nonprofits operating and fundraising in Georgia must register with the Secretary of State, unless they are exempt from registration as set forth in the Charitable Solicitations Act. Please refer to O.G.C.A. § 43-17-9 to see if your organization is exempt from registration.

Use this checklist to keep you organized as you get registered.

Required Documents

  • IRS Form 990 or Form 990EZ some text
    • If you filed a Form 990N, you must submit Georgia Form C-200
  • Certified financial statements, if applicable
  • No Funds Received Statement, if applicable
  • IRS Determination Letter for Tax-Exempt Status

Registration Renewal

Form
Charitable Organization Renewal Notice
Filing Method
By mail or online
Fee
$20
Due Date
Every 24 months on the registration date
Extensions
IRS extension request allowed
Penalties
$20

To maintain compliance in Georgia, nonprofits must annually renew their registration with the Secretary of State. 

The renewal application period opens ninety (90) days before the organization's expiration date.

Required Documents

  • IRS Form 990 or 990-EZ for its preceding two (2) fiscal yearssome text
    • If you filed a Form 990N, you must submit the Georgia Form C-200 for the preceding two (2) fiscal years instead
  • Certified financial statements for the previous two (2) fiscal years, if applicable

Conclusion

Organizations soliciting in Georgia must ensure timely registration and renewal to comply with state laws. Stay proactive with filing deadlines to avoid penalties or registration delays. Visit the Georgia Secretary of State Charities Division for additional resources.

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