State filing requirements for Missouri.

Please refer to your local statutes for the most up-to-date requirements.

Sections
Articles of incorporation
While incorporation is not explicitly required, we strongly recommend that your organization incorporate to protect your staff, officers, volunteers, etc. from personal liability. Sample articles of incorporation are available to our clients.
Business entity search
 
https://bsd.sos.mo.gov/BusinessEntity/BESearch.aspx?SearchType=0
Form (e-file)
 
Link: https://bsd.sos.mo.gov/LoginWelcome.aspx
Additional info
 
Fee: $25.75
Processing: 1-3 business days (estimate)
Signatures: Original signature required
Corporate annual report
Notes
 
Nonprofit corporations are required to file an annual report. Failure to file an annual report will result in being dissolved by the state.
Business entity search
 
https://bsd.sos.mo.gov/BusinessEntity/BESearch.aspx?SearchType=0
Form (e-file)
 
Link: http://www.sos.mo.gov/BusinessEntity/annualreport/reportinfo.asp
Due: Annually, by August 31
Fee: $11.25
Charity registration
Not required for Missouri.
 
Income/franchise tax exemption
Automatic with valid 501(c)(3) exemption.
 
Sales tax exemption
Notes
 
Sales tax exemption in Missouri is not required, but is recommended. To apply for exemption you must submit the appropriate forms. After being approved, you must then fill out a Sales and Use Tax Exemption Certificate - Form 149 before making any purchase, and provide a completed document to each and every seller. It is recommended you keep a copy of each document in your records.
Initial form
 
Link: Exemption Application - Form 1746
http://dor.mo.gov/forms/1746.pdf
Due: n/a
Fee: None, to the best of our knowledge
Required attachments:

  • Proof of 501(c)(3) status
  • Certificate of Incorporation
  • Bylaws
  • A three year financial statement
  • If your organization is less than 3 years old, submit a financial statement for the duration of your existence
  • If your organization is less than 6 months old, submit a 1 year projected budget.
  • Thoroughly check form instructions for any additional required documents
Tax department
Not required for Missouri.
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.
Notes
 
No permit or fee required
Filing information
 
Link:
Due: Before event
Fee: None, to the best of our knowledge
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