Charity Registration For Wisconsin Non-Profits

INFORMATION ON REGISTERING YOUR NON-PROFIT AS A CHARITY IN WI

by Drake Forester

Will my WI non-profit needs to register as a charity?

In order to solicit contributions in Wisconsin a non-profit must register with the Department of Regulation and Licensing. If you are unsure about whether or not you should register, or if you think you might be exempt, there is a Checklist to Determine Exemption from Registration as a Charitable Organization that will help you determine.

How do I register my WI non-profit?

You will submit a completed Charitable Organization Registration Statement to register your WI nonprofit.

What is the fee for the Charitable Registration Statement?

$15.

Where can I send my Charitable Registration Statement?

Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services
P.O. Box 8935
Madison, WI 53708-8935

Are there annual registration requirements for my WI non-profit?

There is a Charitable Organization Annual Report form that should be filled out by July 31st every year along with the $54 fee. This should be sent to:
Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services
Division of Professional Credential Processing
P.O. Box 8935
Madison, WI 53708-8935

Additional Services:

Nonprofit Organization Free Legal Forms