Rhode Island

Starting a Nonprofit in Rhode Island 
Rhode Island is a thriving hub for community based organizations. Our step by step course will help you navigate state and federal filing with confidence.

Rhode Island nonprofits file Articles of Incorporation with the Secretary of State and pay a $35 filing fee. Charitable organizations must register with the Rhode Island Department of Business Regulation Charitable Organizations Section before fundraising. Rhode Island requires at least three directors, annual reports, and IRS compliant governing documents.

Inside the Course You’ll Learn How to:
    •    Draft and file your state’s Articles of Incorporation correctly
    •    Apply for your IRS EIN and 501(c)(3) tax exemption
    •    Build a legally compliant board structure
    •    Complete your charitable registration
    •    Develop bylaws, policies, and launch strategies tailored to your mission