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Illinois State Filing Requirements
Non-profit organizations operating in Illinois must comply with state and federal regulations to maintain their tax-exempt status.
Required Non-profit Forms
Non-profits in Illinois are required to complete several forms as part of their compliance obligations.
| Secretary of State Forms | Attorney General Forms | Department of Revenue Forms |
|---|---|---|
State Filing Requirements for Non-Profits
While Illinois doesn't have a "Franchise Tax Board" like California, it does have state-level filing obligations for non-profit organizations.
These obligations are primarily managed by the Illinois Attorney General's Charitable Trust Bureau and the Illinois Department of Revenue.
Key requirements include:
- Incorporation with the Secretary of State
- File Articles of Incorporation to establish the non-profit legally.
- Required for eligibility for federal (501(c)(3)) and state tax exemptions.
- Charitable Organization Registration
Non-profits soliciting charitable contributions are required to register with the Illinois Attorney General's Charitable Trust Bureau. - Annual Report Filing
All non-profits must file an annual report with the Illinois Secretary of State to maintain good standing. - State Tax Exemption
- Organizations seeking exemption from state sales tax must apply for a tax exemption identification number (E-number) through the IDOR.
- Property Tax Exemption: Submit to local county assessors.
Filing Deadlines for Non-Profit Forms
Adhering to filing deadlines is essential to avoid penalties and maintain compliance.
Below are the key deadlines for non-profit filings in Illinois:
| Secretary of State Deadlines | |
|---|---|
| Annual Report | Due annually by the first day of the non-profit's anniversary month of incorporation. |
| Articles of Amendment | Within 60 days of the amendment adoption |
| Change of Registered Agent | File promptly after any change |
| Attorney General Deadlines | |
|---|---|
| Annual Financial Report (AG990-IL) | Due within 6 months after the close of the organization's fiscal year |
| Initial Registration (CO-1) | Within 30 days of receiving contributions exceeding $15,000 or before beginning solicitation |
| Department of Revenue Deadlines | |
|---|---|
| IL-990-T | Due on or before the 15th day of the 5th month following the close of the tax year |
| Sales Tax Exemption Renewal | File Form ST-1 annually by the 20th day of the month following the reporting period. |
Registration & Annual Filing (Non-Profits)
To operate legally as a non-profit in Illinois, organizations must file the Articles of Incorporation with the Illinois Secretary of State and pay the $150 filing fee.
Initial Registration
1. Form a Non-profit Corporation
- File Articles of Incorporation with the Illinois Secretary of State and pay the $150 filing fee.
- By mail, send the completed articles to the
2. Form a Non-profit Corporation
- Complete Form CO-1 for organizations soliciting or receiving charitable contributions
- Submit a $15 annual registration fee
- Include a copy of the IRS Determination Letter (if available)
- Submit to Office of the Attorney General, Charitable Trust Bureau, 100 W. Randolph St., 11th Floor, Chicago, IL 60601
3. Apply for Tax Exemptions:
- Federal: File IRS Form 1023 or 1023-EZ for 501(c)(3) status
- State: File Form IL-990-T with the Illinois Department of Revenue
- Sales Tax: Submit Form STAX-1 for sales tax exemption
Annual Filing Requirements
- File the Annual Report and pay the $10 annual filing fee
- Submit the Form AG990-IL annually to the Attorney General.
- File the IL-990-T if you have Unrelated Business Income.
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