State filing requirements for Rhode Island.
Please refer to your local statutes for the most up-to-date requirements.
Articles of incorporation
While incorporation is not explicitly required, we strongly
recommend that your organization incorporate to protect your volunteers
from personal liability. Sample articles of incorporation
are available to our members.
| http://business.sos.ri.gov/CorpWeb/CorpSearch/CorpSearch.aspx |
| Link: | https://business.sos.ri.gov/corp/LoginSystem/login_form.asp |
| Fee: | $37.50 |
| Processing: | 4 business days (estimate) |
| Signatures: | No special requirements at this time |
Corporate annual report
Notes
Business entity search
Form
| Nonprofit corporations are required to file an annual report. Failure to file an annual report will result in being dissolved by the state. |
| http://business.sos.ri.gov/CorpWeb/CorpSearch/CorpSearch.aspx |
| Link: |
Form 631 https://www.sos.ri.gov/divisions/business-services/non-profit/file-your-annual-report |
| Due: | Annually, by June 30 |
| Fee: | $20.00 |
Charity registration
Filing exemption available!
Initial form (e-file)
Renewal form (e-file)
| Rule: |
Gross receipts of less than $25,000.00
Not eligible if using a professional fundraiser. Additionally, PTOs and PTAs affiliated with a state recognized or certified educational institution are exempt from this filing. |
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| Due: | n/a |
| Fee: | None, to the best of our knowledge |
| Link: |
Charitable Organizations Application https://elicensing.ri.gov/ |
| Due: | Prior to soliciting funds (unless exempt from filing) |
| Fee: | $90.00 |
Required attachments:
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| Link: |
Charitable Organizations Application https://elicensing.ri.gov/ |
| Due: | Same day as 990 — includes extension (unless exempt from filing) |
| Fee: | $90.00 |
Required attachments:
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Income/franchise tax exemption
Automatic with valid 501(c)(3) exemption.
Sales tax exemption
Notes
Initial form
| In order to become exempt from sales tax in the state of Rhode Island, you must file with the Department of Revenue. |
| Link: |
Form EXO-APP https://tax.ri.gov/sites/g/files/xkgbur541/files/forms/2021/Field-Audit/ExemptOrgApp_w.pdf |
| Due: | n/a |
| Fee: | $25.00 |
Required attachments:
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Tax department
Not required for Rhode Island.
Raffles (games of chance)
Filings related to raffles and other games of chance are not included
in our covered services.
We may be able to assist you for an additional service fee.
Reach out to your state representative for more information.
| Given by individual Sheriff of each county |
| Link: | http://risp.ri.gov/cgu/index.php |
| Due: | Before event |
| Fee: | See Individual Sheriff Office |
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