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Charitable Solicitation Registration in Washington

Washington requires charities to register with the Secretary of State's Charities Program before fundraising in the state, and to renew every year. The filing is separate from corporate annual reports and IRS filings.

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Washington requirements

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RegulatorWashington Secretary of State, Corporations and Charities Division (Charities Program)
LawCharitable Solicitations Act (RCW 19.09)
When to registerBefore fundraising in Washington.
Initial filingCharitable Organization Registration · State fee $60
Annual renewalCharitable Organization Renewal, due By the end of the 11th month after your fiscal year ends

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

Who must register

Who needs to register in Washington?

Charitable organizations that fundraise in Washington, unless exempt. Charities that contract with a commercial fundraiser also file a Fundraising Service Contract Registration ($20).

Exemptions: Charities that raise less than $50,000 from the public in a year, with all activities (including fundraising) done by volunteers, are exempt, as are churches and their integrated auxiliaries and appeals for a specific named individual. Exempt charities can file an Optional Registration at no cost.

State fees

Fees

LevelState fee
Initial registration$60
Annual renewal$40
Re-registration$60
Late renewal+$50
Optional registration (exempt charities)$0

These are Washington'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

  • Washington doesn't require audited or reviewed financial statements.
  • The renewal includes a solicitation report with your financial information for the fiscal year, and names a financial preparer.

FAQ

Washington registration questions

Who has to register for charitable solicitation in Washington?

Charitable organizations that fundraise in Washington, unless exempt. Charities that contract with a commercial fundraiser also file a Fundraising Service Contract Registration ($20). Timing: Before fundraising in Washington.

How much does Washington charitable registration cost?

State fees: Initial registration: $60; Annual renewal: $40; Re-registration: $60; Late renewal: +$50; Optional registration (exempt charities): $0. These are the state's own fees. Our service fee is separate and shown before checkout.

When is the Washington renewal due?

Charitable Organization Renewal is due By the end of the 11th month after your fiscal year ends.

Does Washington require audited financial statements?

Washington doesn't require audited or reviewed financial statements. The renewal includes a solicitation report with your financial information for the fiscal year, and names a financial preparer.

Sources

Official sources

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

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