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Most organizations that hold property of any kind for charitable purposes or engage in charitable activities in New York or solicit charitable contributions (including grants from foundations and government grants) in New York are required to register with the Office of the New York State Attorney General’s Charities Bureau.
Learn more about New York requirements for Charitable Organizations here.
Nonprofits operating and fundraising in New York must register with the Office of the New York State Attorney General’s Charities Bureau.
To maintain compliance in New York, nonprofits must annually renew their registration with the Office of the New York State Attorney General’s Charities Bureau.
Charitable organizations operating or soliciting in New York must comply with state registration and renewal requirements to remain in good standing. The process, managed by the Charities Bureau of the New York State Attorney General's Office, involves submitting initial registration and annual renewals through an online system. Required documentation includes organizational bylaws and IRS Form 990, among others. With automatic extensions for filing renewals, nonprofits have additional time to meet compliance deadlines. Ensuring timely submissions helps organizations avoid penalties and maintain their ability to fundraise within the state.
