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Advice and New Updates for Compliant Registration
At Affinity Fundraising Registration we track state requirement changes to predict your most pressing questions. So you can get back to what really matters, faster—promoting your charitable organization.
IRS Classifications Available for Setting Up a Charity Organization
When setting up a nonprofit in the United States, it’s necessary to be aware of the different IRS classifications available for your organization. In the interest of transparency, and because your nonprofit may be exempt from paying federal taxes, you’ll be required to report your activities to the IRS and follow any applicable registration laws. […]
New York Charitable Registration: How to Achieve Fundraising Compliance
New York Charitable Registration: Non-profit organizations in the United States often face intricate fundraising regulations requiring them to register in individual states before soliciting donations. The state-specific fundraising registration process is crucial to ensure legal compliance and build trust among donors. Navigating these state charitable solicitation registration processes, in New York especially, can be nuanced. […]
Colorado Charitable Registration: How to Register Your Nonprofit to Legally Solicit Funds
Colorado charitable registration: Are you planning to fundraise in Colorado to support your nonprofit organization’s mission and programs? If so, there is a specific process to follow. Engaging in fundraising activities in Colorado is guided by some specific rules and regulations, as stipulated in Colorado Title 6, Article 16. Registering your nonprofit to solicit funds […]
Leveraging Technology to Simplify the Fundraising Registration Process
Fundraising is a crucial aspect of many nonprofit organizations’ operations. It ensures that they have the necessary funds to carry out their missions and make a positive impact in the community. However, when it comes to fundraising, there is one aspect that can be particularly complex and time-consuming – multi-state charitable solicitation registration. Broadly speaking, […]
IRS Form 990: A Guide For Nonprofits
Fundraising registration is a necessary step for any nonprofit organization seeking to raise funds to support their cause. At the core of the registration process is IRS Form 990. Nonprofit organizations that are tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the US Internal Revenue Code must submit the 990 and register within the state in which they […]
How to Develop a Strategic Fundraising Registration Plan for Your Charity
One of the primary challenges of nonprofit fundraising registration is the complexity involved in registering in multiple states. This is due to three main reasons: varying state laws, complicated renewal processes, and ever-changing documentation requirements. Successfully managing the many moving parts of registration can be an overwhelming administrative burden and drain on resources. That’s why, […]
Fundraising on Facebook: A Warning to Nonprofits
Affinity Fundraising Registration has recently discovered that, in an effort to cover their own liabilities, Facebook has inadvertently made fundraising compliance in California harder and more expensive than it used to be, and moreover, nonprofits trying to do the right thing are essentially now being penalized for doing so. How did this happen? Great question. […]
What is Fundraising Registration and Why is It Important
Fundraising is an integral part of any nonprofit organization’s success. It is their primary means of revenue, and without fundraising, they would struggle to cover expenses, launch new programs, and fulfil their mission. Fundraising can include a variety of strategies, such as grants, individual donations, corporate giving, special events, and more. After you assess which […]
5 Reasons To Work With A Fundraising Registration Provider In 2023
Raising charitable funds legally is complicated, to say the least. If you have a nonprofit and would like to solicit funds, it’s not as easy as filling out a single form, submitting your information, and being done. There are currently 40 states plus the District of Columbia that have laws governing charitable solicitations – and […]