Kickstart your nonprofit corporation
We’ve helped over 100,000 nonprofit organizations get started—let us help you form yours, too. As a nonprofit corporation, you can apply for grants, get 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status if eligible, and protect your assets.
Starts at $99 + filing fees. These costs are often tax deductible.
How It Works
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Get started in minutes
You can register your nonprofit organization in 3 easy steps with the leader in online business formation. We'll assemble your documents and file them directly with the Secretary of State
Set it up right
Our tools offer step-by-step guidance to help you launch your nonprofit. We can file it with the state and apply for tax-exempt status as a 501(c)(3) organization at the same time.
Get the help you need
You get lifetime customer support and 100% customer satisfaction guaranteed. And we offer access to a network of attorneys to guide your launch and help your nonprofit grow.
Register your nonprofit
Basic
$0+ state filing fees
- Only articles of organization filed with the state.
- Articles of organization, the document needed to officially register your LLC with the stat
- Articles of organization, the document needed to officially register your LLC with the stat
Pro
$249+ state filing fees
- Best for those planning to start and operate a business or side hustle.
- Includes Basic package, plus:
- An operating agreement, which helps you set entity guidelines and settle disputes
- An EIN, which is used to file taxes, open bank accounts, and build your staff
- Bookkeeping tools to track expenses, send invoices, and save on taxes—1 year subscription included†
- Access to over 150 customizable legal documents—1 year included
- Unlimited eSignatures to send and sign agreements online—1 year included
- Customizable website, to establish your professional online presence in minutes—powered by WIX
Premium
$299+ state filing fees
- Includes Pro package, plus:
- Business attorney advice at any time—30 day subscription included‡
- Business attorney advice at any time—30 day subscription included‡
- Attorney reviews of contracts you use most to help protect your business
- Save 25% on additional legal services you need for your business through our experienced attorney network
- Peace of mind—make any changes to your LLC formation documents in the first 30 days
How to start a nonprofit with Bizspex solutions—it's easy!
- Tell us your nonprofit name
- Answer some questions online
- We’ll complete and file your paperwork
We can help you with the rest, too!
- Get an EIN (Employer Identification Number)
- File for 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status
- Obtain a list of required licenses
What is a nonprofit?
Nonprofit organizations are groups organized for a good cause rather than for profit. None of a nonprofit organization's income is distributed to its members, directors, or officers
What causes are eligible for a tax-exempt designation?
A nonprofit designation and a tax-exempt status are given only to nonprofit organizations that further certain causes. For example, organizations with religious, scientific, charitable, educational, literary, sports competition, cruelty-prevention, or public safety purposes would qualify.
Why start a nonprofit?
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Get tax breaks
You're eligible to apply for state, federal, and other tax exemptions.
Apply for 501(c)(3) status
Contributions to certain types of qualifying nonprofits are tax deductible.
Protect your assets
Members and directors are shielded from personal liability for the nonprofit's actions.
How to start a nonprofit in 5 steps
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Describe your nonprofit’s mission, strengths, weaknesses, and the need it will fill to determine how to serve your community.
2.Complete a market analysis
Plan outreach, fundraising, and volunteer support by analyzing the market opportunity.
3.Complete a market analysis
Include services, community impact, business operations, marketing, and sources of funding.
4.Form your nonprofit
Make it official with a name, a business structure, filing with the state, and getting an EIN when you form your nonprofit with us.
5.Apply for tax-exempt status as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit if eligible
Let us know if you’d like us to file your IRS application form for you
LLC vs. corporation: What's the difference?
There are several important differences between an LLC and a corporation:
LLC VS CORPORATION
LLC
Flexible management structure
LLC owners have more freedom to decide how the business is run and managed.
More taxation options
An LLC has flexibility in how it is taxed to help maximize savings.
Minimal record-keeping
An LLC does not need to record minutes or hold an annual shareholder meeting.
LLC VS CORPORATION
Corporation
Owned by shareholders
Corporations have shareholders instead of members, and they issue stock.
Look more official
Corporations are often seen as more credible, which can make it easier to do business with other companies.
More appealing to investors
A C corp, but not an S corp, can go public and issue stock to new investors, which makes it easier to raise revenue.
What qualifies as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit?
The main requirements are to operate exclusively for religious, charitable, scientific, or educational purposes (among others) and to file annual reports with the IRS.
What is a 501(c)(3) not allowed to do?
Organizations can lose their 501(c)(3) tax exempt status by distributing earnings to shareholders, engaging in political activity or substantial lobbying, or failing to pursue their stated charitable or other qualifying purpose.
Frequently asked questions
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How much does it cost to incorporate?
There are typically four types of fees for incorporation: a fee to file the articles of incorporation, which depends on your state; a first-year franchise tax prepayment, which can range from $800 to $1,000; fees for various governmental filings, which can range from $50 to $200; and attorney fees, should you seek attorney help.
S Corp vs. LLC: What's the difference?
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How does forming a corporation protect my assets?
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What are articles of incorporation?
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What are shares, and what types are there?
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What Our Clients Are Saying
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