State filing requirements for North Dakota.

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://apps.nd.gov/sc/busnsrch/busnSearch.htm
Form (e-file)
 
Link: https://firststop.sos.nd.gov/
Additional info
 
Fee: $40
Processing: 20 business days (estimate)
Signatures: No special requirements at this time
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://apps.nd.gov/sc/busnsrch/busnSearch.htm
Form (e-file)
 
Link: Search for your business to be directed to the appropriate form
https://apps.nd.gov/sc/busnsrch/busnSearch.htm
Due: Annually, on or before February 1
Fee: $10.00
Charity registration
Initial form (e-file)
 
Link: Secretary of State Charity Registration
https://firststop.sos.nd.gov/auth?from=/forms/new/562
Due: Prior to soliciting funds
Fee: $25.00
Required attachments:

  • Proof of 501(c)(3) status
  • A list of names and addresses of all directors, officers, and trustees. Indicate the individuals having the final discretion or authority as to the distribution and use of contributions received
  • Thoroughly check form instructions for any additional required documents
Renewal form (e-file)
 
Link: Secretary of State Charity Renewal
https://firststop.sos.nd.gov/search/charitable
Due: Annually, on or before September 1. If registered in July or August, the first report is due on the next September 1.
Fee: $10.00
Income/franchise tax exemption
Automatic with valid 501(c)(3) exemption.
 
Sales tax exemption
Not required for North Dakota.
 
Tax department
Not required for North Dakota.
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.
Filing information
 
Link: https://attorneygeneral.nd.gov/licensing-and-gaming/gaming-forms/raffles
Due: Before event
Fee: None, to the best of our knowledge
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