State filing requirements for Colorado.
Please refer to your local statutes for the most up-to-date requirements.
Articles of incorporation
| 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
| 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
| 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. |
| Link: | |
| 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
| More: | https://www.colorado.gov/tax#1197451531334 |
Sales tax exemption
| 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
Raffles (games of chance)
| 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 |
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