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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.
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.
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.
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.
