Start A Non Profit 501(c)(3) in South Carolina

Non Profit Formation in South Carolina

To form a non profit organization in South Carolina, you must file non profit articles of incorporation on a form prescribed by the South Carolina Secretary of State. The articles must be filed in duplicate, along with a $25.00 filing fee, to the Secretary of State, Attn: Corporate Filings, 1205 Pendleton Street, Suite 525, Columbia, SC 29201. A “501c3 Attachment” must also be filed along with the articles if the corporation is applying for 501c3 tax exemption status with the IRS.

Federal Tax Exemptions

In order to be tax exempt as a 501c3, after incorporation, your South Carolina 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

Once approved as a 501c3, your South Carolina organization may qualify for certain state tax exemptions, such as corporate income tax. To find out more information about qualifying for state tax exemption, contact the South Carolina Department of Revenue at (803) 898-5000.

Charitable Solicitation

Charitable organizations which intend to solicit contributions in the State of South Carolina must first register with the Secretary of State, unless the charity is specifically exempt from registration requirements. To register, the organization must file a Registration Statement with the Secretary of State and pay a $50.00 filing fee.

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