Under the New Mexico Charitable Solicitations Act, NMSA 1978 § 57-22, charitable organizations existing, operating, or soliciting in the state must register with the New Mexico Department of Justice and file annual reports with our office. In addition, professional fundraisers working on behalf of a charitable organization must register with the NMDOJ.
Learn more about New Mexico requirements for Charitable Organizations here.
Nonprofits operating and fundraising in New Mexico must register with the New Mexico Department of Justice.
To maintain compliance in New Mexico, nonprofits must annually renew their registration with the New Mexico Department of Justice.
Nonprofits soliciting contributions in New Mexico must comply with the Charitable Solicitations Act by registering and renewing their registration annually with the New Mexico Department of Justice. The process is straightforward, with no fees for registration or renewal. Timely compliance is essential to avoid penalties, which include fines for late filings or failure to request extensions. Extensions can be requested through the electronic system before the due date. Adhering to these requirements ensures nonprofits can legally solicit funds while maintaining their good standing in the state.