New Hampshire Charity Fundraising Requirements

Nonprofits operating and fundraising in New Hampshire must register with the Charitable Trusts Unit of the Attorney General’s Office.

Required Documents

• Copies of all governing documents of the organization (e.g., articles of agreement, bylaws, trust instrument, constitution, charter, and any amendments)
• Copy of IRS determination letter
• Completed Governing Board List, or equivalent list of the members of the governing board and their titles. 
• Copy of one of the following financial documents: organization bank statement, IRS Form 990

To maintain compliance in New Hampshire, nonprofits must annually renew their registration with the Charitable Trusts Unit of the Attorney General’s Office.

Required Documents

• IRS Form 990
• Financial report (if revenue is between $500,000 and $1,000,000)
• Audited financial statements (if revenue is greater than $1,000,000)

Registering and renewing charitable registrations with New Hampshire's Charitable Trusts Unit ensures compliance with state regulations and fosters donor trust. Timely filing of forms like NH-CT11 and NH-CT12, along with required financial and organizational documents, keeps organizations in good standing and avoids penalties. For detailed guidance, consult the Charitable Trusts Unit or the Guidebook for NH Charitable Organizations.