Colorado
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.
| https://www.sos.state.co.us/biz/BusinessEntityCriteriaExt.do |
| Link: | http://www.sos.state.co.us/biz/FileDocNameAvailCriteria.do?transTyp=ARTINC_NPC |
| Fee: | $50 |
| Processing: | 4 business days (estimate) |
| Signatures: | No special requirements at this time |
Corporate annual report
Notes
Business entity search
Form (e-file)
| Nonprofit corporations are required to file an annual report. Failure to file an annual report will result in being dissolved by the state. |
| https://www.sos.state.co.us/biz/BusinessEntityCriteriaExt.do |
| Link: | http://www.sos.state.co.us/biz/FileDocSearchCriteria.do?transTyp=REPORT |
| Due: | Within 3 months of incorporation anniversary |
| Fee: | $25.00 |
Charity registration
Charity search
Filing exemption available!
Initial form (e-file)
Renewal form (e-file)
| https://www.sos.state.co.us/ccsa/pages/search/basic.xhtml |
| Rule: |
Gross receipts of less than $25,000.00
Not eligible if using a professional fundraiser. |
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| Due: | n/a |
| Fee: | None, to the best of our knowledge |
| Link: | http://www.sos.state.co.us/pubs/charities/charitableHome.html |
| Due: | Prior to soliciting funds (unless exempt from filing) |
| Fee: | $10.00 |
| Link: | http://www.sos.state.co.us/pubs/charities/charitableHome.html |
| Due: | Each time a 990 series return is filed |
| Fee: | $10.00 |
Income/franchise tax exemption
Automatic with valid 501(c)(3) exemption.
| More: | https://www.colorado.gov/tax#1197451531334 |
Sales tax exemption
Notes
Initial form
Renewal form
| Sales tax exemption in Colorado is not required, but is recommended. You will not be exempt from sales tax unless you file. |
| Link: |
DR 0715 https://tax.colorado.gov/sites/tax/files/documents/DR0715_2023.pdf |
| Due: | n/a |
| Fee: | None, to the best of our knowledge |
Required attachments:
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| Link: |
DR 0715 https://tax.colorado.gov/sites/tax/files/documents/DR0715_2023.pdf |
| Due: | Some organizations may be required to renew annually, while others may be able to maintain their status for the life of the organization without renewal. Please check your initial approval letter for more information. |
| Fee: | None, to the best of our knowledge |
Required attachments:
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Tax department
Not required for Colorado.
Raffle (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.
| Group must be in existence for 5 years. Proof of tax-exempt status. Purpose statement. Membership qualifications. Copies of AOI and Bylaws, member roster, and board members. Can be e-filed |
| Link: | https://www.sos.state.co.us/pubs/bingo_raffles/FAQs/licenses.html |
| Due: | Before event |
| Fee: | $100.00 |