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Charitable Solicitation Registration in Connecticut

Connecticut requires charities to register with the Department of Consumer Protection's Public Charities Unit before any solicitation in the state, and to renew every year.

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Connecticut requirements

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RegulatorConnecticut Department of Consumer Protection, Public Charities Unit
LawConnecticut Solicitation of Charitable Funds Act (Conn. Gen. Stat. § 21a-190a et seq.)
When to registerBefore any type of solicitation in Connecticut.
Initial filingCharitable organization registration (online or paper) · State fee $50
Annual renewalAnnual renewal with financial report, due 11 months after your fiscal year ends (for a December year end, the following November)

Information verified October 2026 from official Connecticut sources (listed below).

Who must register

Who needs to register in Connecticut?

Charitable organizations that solicit in Connecticut, unless exempt.

Exemptions: Organizations that receive less than $50,000 in contributions a year can file a one-time exemption (with a Form 990) and pay no fee while they qualify. Religious corporations, institutions and societies can also apply for an exemption.

State fees

Fees

LevelState fee
Registration / annual renewal$50
Late renewal+$25 per month
Exempt charities$0

These are Connecticut's own fees, paid to the state. Our service fee is separate: $425 per state for 1–5 states, $375 per state for 6–13, or $4,950 flat for 14 or more (renewals from $325 per state). See pricing.

Financial reporting

Financial statement requirements

  • Gross revenue of $500,000 to $1,000,000: independent CPA review or audit.
  • Over $1,000,000: independent CPA audit.
  • Gross revenue excludes government grants and fees. Waivers can be requested in writing before the registration expires, but not for two renewals in a row.

FAQ

Connecticut registration questions

Who has to register for charitable solicitation in Connecticut?

Charitable organizations that solicit in Connecticut, unless exempt. Timing: Before any type of solicitation in Connecticut.

How much does Connecticut charitable registration cost?

State fees: Registration / annual renewal: $50; Late renewal: +$25 per month; Exempt charities: $0. These are the state's own fees. Our service fee is separate and shown before checkout.

When is the Connecticut renewal due?

Annual renewal with financial report is due 11 months after your fiscal year ends (for a December year end, the following November).

Does Connecticut require audited financial statements?

Gross revenue of $500,000 to $1,000,000: independent CPA review or audit. Over $1,000,000: independent CPA audit. Gross revenue excludes government grants and fees. Waivers can be requested in writing before the registration expires, but not for two renewals in a row.

Sources

Official sources

State rules and fees change. We confirm current requirements with the state before every filing.

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