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Free Compliance Checklists

Practical, printable checklists for nonprofits and businesses. Tell us where to send it and it'll be in your inbox in a minute.

Nonprofit

Nonprofit Startup Checklist

Every step from idea to a legally formed nonprofit that's ready to apply for tax exemption.

18 items · printable

Nonprofit

501(c)(3) Application Preparation Checklist

What to gather and decide before you file Form 1023 or Form 1023-EZ.

18 items · printable

Nonprofit

Charitable Registration Checklist

Documents and steps to register your nonprofit to solicit donations in a state.

15 items · printable

Nonprofit

Multi-State Fundraising Checklist

Plan, register, and stay compliant when your fundraising crosses state lines.

16 items · printable

Business

New LLC Compliance Checklist

Everything to do after the state approves your LLC — the "now what?" list.

15 items · printable

Business

Foreign Qualification Checklist

Register your LLC or corporation to do business in another state.

14 items · printable

Nonprofit

Annual Nonprofit Compliance Calendar

A month-by-month calendar for a calendar-year nonprofit. Adjust if your fiscal year is different.

17 items · printable

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