Mississippi Charity Fundraising Requirements

Nonprofits operating and fundraising in Mississippi must register with the Charities Division of the Mississippi Secretary of State.

Required Documents

• A current list of officers and directors, including contact information
• Signatures of two officers - the President and the CFO/Treasurer
• IRS Form 990
• Audited financial statement (if revenue is between $250,000 and $750,000)
• Audited financial statement using cash basis measurement only (if revenue is greater than $750,000)
• Copy of organization's by-laws
• Copy of Articles of Incorporation or formation documents
• Copy of IRS Determination letter (if applicable)
• Current copies of contracts with fund-raising professionals (fund-raising counsels and/or professional fund-raisers)

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

Required Documents

• A current list of officers and directors, including contact information
• Signatures of two officers - the President and the CFO/Treasurer
• IRS Form 990
• Audited financial statement (if revenue is between $250,000 and $750,000)
• Audited financial statement using cash basis measurement only (if revenue is greater than $750,000)
• Current copies of contracts with fund-raising professionals (fund-raising counsels and/or professional fund-raisers).

Mississippi requires charitable organizations to register and renew annually with the Secretary of State’s Charities Division to ensure transparency in fundraising efforts. Compliance involves submitting detailed financial and organizational documentation, including contracts with fundraising professionals. Timely registration and renewal help maintain public trust and avoid potential penalties. For additional guidance, visit the Mississippi Secretary of State's Charities Division.