Start A Non Profit 501(c)(3) in Minnesota

Non Profit Formation in Minnesota

To form a non profit organization in Minnesota, you must file articles of incorporation with the Minnesota Secretary of State – Business Services. A filing fee of $70.00 must be made payable to the MN Secretary of State. To obtain a copy of the form for filing the articles of incorporation, you can contact the Secretary of State at 877-551-6767.

Federal Tax Exemptions

In order to be tax exempt as a 501c3, after incorporation, your Minnesota non profit must complete and submit Form 1023 to the Internal Revenue Service for processing and approval. The process for approval typically takes about 3 – 5 months. Once approved, your organization will receive a Determination Letter from the IRS granting tax exempt status as a 501c3.

State Tax Exemptions

A Minnesota non profit organization which is exempt from federal income tax (such as a 501c3 organzation) may also be exempt from Minnesota corporate/franchise and sales and use tax. To obtain information on potential exemption from corporate income tax, call the Minnesota Department of Revenue at 651-556-3075. For information on potential exemption from sales and use tax, contact the Department at 651-296-6181.

Charitable Solicitation

Organizations which solicit contributions in Minnesota are required to register with the Attorney General’s Office, unless the organization is specifically exempt from registration requirements as provided under the Minnesota Charitable Solicitations Act. To obtain proper registration forms, you may contact the Minnesota Attorney General’s office at 651-296-3353.

To start a charitable organization (501c3) in Minnesota, our total price is $465.You can reach us at 561-988-3083 or via email at info@startmycharity.com