Initial Registration: Due before soliciting any contributions in Nevada. For domestic Nevada nonprofits, this is typically filed concurrently with the Initial List of Officers.
Annual Renewal: Due annually by the last day of the anniversary month of your initial registration. This often coincides with the Annual List filing.
Tax Forms Deadlines
Application for Nevada Sales and Use Tax Exemption
Renewal: If granted, this exemption typically needs to be renewed every 5 years. You should receive a notice from the Department of Taxation.
Federal Deadlines
Form 990 Series
Due on the 15th day of the 5th month after the organization's accounting period ends Example: For calendar year organizations, Form 990 is due by May 15
Form 1023/1023-EZ
Must be filed within 27 months of incorporation to receive retroactive exemption to the date of incorporation
To operate legally as a non-profit in Nevada, organizations must file the Articles of Incorporation and pay the filing fee of $50.
Initial Registration
Choose an Available Name Your nonprofit's name must be distinguishable from other registered entities in Nevada and typically must include words like "Corporation," "Incorporated," or "Company" or their abbreviations.
Appoint a Registered Agent Must be a Nevada resident or business entity authorized to conduct business in Nevada who will accept legal documents on behalf of your organization
Recruit Incorporators and Directors Nevada requires at least one director who is 18 years or older. You'll also need individuals to serve as President (or Chair), Secretary, and Treasurer.
File Articles of Incorporation Submit this document online via the Nevada SilverFlume portal or by mail to the Nevada Secretary of State. The current filing fee is $50.
Applying for Federal and State tax exemptions File Form 1023 or 1023-EZ with the IRS to obtain federal tax-exempt status. This is a crucial step for most non-profits.
Register for Charitable Solicitations (if applicable) File the Charitable Solicitation Registration Statement (CSRS) or an Exemption form (CSRX) with the Nevada Secretary of State before soliciting donations.
Annual Filing Requirements
File Annual List of Officers, Directors, and Resident Agent and State Business License Application This is due by the last day of the anniversary month of incorporation/qualification. You can file online via SilverFlume or by mail. The filing fee for the list is $50. The business license fee is $200, unless exempt (e.g., 501(c) status recognized by Nevada).
Renew Charitable Solicitation Registration (if applicable) File the CSRS renewal annually by the anniversary month of the initial registration. Also, include a copy of your IRS Form 990 if required.
Determine Which IRS Form 990 Series Form to File Base this determination on your organization's gross receipts and assets.
Form 990-N (e-Postcard): Generally, for organizations with gross receipts normally not more than $50,000.
Form 990-EZ: Generally, for organizations with gross receipts less than $200,000 and total assets less than $500,000.
Form 990: For larger organizations.
Keep Corporate Records Maintain proper corporate records, meeting minutes, and financial records as required by Nevada nonprofit corporation law.
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1. What information must be included in the Articles of Incorporation?
The State of Nevada requires the nonprofit's name, purpose (which should align with exempt purposes under federal tax law), registered agent name and address, initial director information, and whether the corporation will have members.
The purpose statement is particularly important for later federal tax exemption applications.
2. Do all Nevada nonprofits need a state business license?
No. Organizations under NRS Chapter 82 are exempt, but others must file for exemption or pay the $200 license fee.
3. What forms are required to obtain state tax exemptions?
Submit the Exempt Status Entity Form and the Sales/Use Tax Exemption Application to the Nevada Department of Taxation.
4. Can I serve as my own registered agent?
You can serve as your own registered agent only if you're a Nevada resident and maintain a Nevada address where you can be reached during normal business hours.
Note: Many nonprofits choose to use professional registered agent services to ensure reliability and privacy.
5. We only solicit donations online, but we don't have a physical presence in Nevada. Do we still need to register as a Charitable Organization?
If you solicit donations from Nevada residents, even online, you are generally required to register as a Charitable Organization with the Nevada Secretary of State.
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