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Charitable Solicitation Registration in Rhode Island

Rhode Island requires charities that solicit more than $25,000 a year to register with the Department of Business Regulation and renew every year.

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Rhode Island requirements

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RegulatorRhode Island Department of Business Regulation, Securities and Charities Division
LawRhode Island charitable solicitation law (R.I. Gen. Laws Title 5)
When to registerBefore soliciting above the threshold.
Initial filingCharitable Organizations Application · State fee $90
Annual renewalAnnual renewal (same application), due Every year; financial statements can be extended up to 6 months on written request

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

Who must register

Who needs to register in Rhode Island?

Nonprofits that solicit more than $25,000 in donations a year in Rhode Island, unless exempt.

Exemptions: Certain entities are exempt by statute, and nonprofits soliciting $25,000 or less a year generally don't register.

State fees

Fees

LevelState fee
Registration / annual renewal$90

These are Rhode Island'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

  • Annual gross income over $500,000: financial statements audited by an independent CPA.
  • $500,000 or less: IRS Form 990 or a compiled financial statement for the preceding fiscal year.

FAQ

Rhode Island registration questions

Who has to register for charitable solicitation in Rhode Island?

Nonprofits that solicit more than $25,000 in donations a year in Rhode Island, unless exempt. Timing: Before soliciting above the threshold.

How much does Rhode Island charitable registration cost?

State fees: Registration / annual renewal: $90. These are the state's own fees. Our service fee is separate and shown before checkout.

When is the Rhode Island renewal due?

Annual renewal (same application) is due Every year; financial statements can be extended up to 6 months on written request.

Does Rhode Island require audited financial statements?

Annual gross income over $500,000: financial statements audited by an independent CPA. $500,000 or less: IRS Form 990 or a compiled financial statement for the preceding fiscal year.

Sources

Official sources

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

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