Ohio nonprofit fee table
| Item | Fee | How often | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Initial Articles of Incorporation (nonprofit, Form 532B)$99 (R.C. 111.16(A)(1)); ohiosos.gov blocked automated fetch. | $99 | One time | verified source |
| State nonprofit reportDue: Every 5 years (SOS sends notice) | $25 (every 5 years) | every 5 years | verified source |
| Charity registrationOhio Attorney General, Charitable Law Section | Required; fee tiered by revenue | annual | verified source |
| IRS Form 1023-EZ / Form 1023 | $275 / $600 | One time | verified source |
| IRS Form 990-N, 990-EZ or 990 | No IRS fee | Yearly | verified source |
| Registered agent | $0 if a director serves; typically $100–150/yr paid | Yearly | typical market range |
Charity registration fee tiers (contributions (from Ohio) in the reporting year)
- <5000$0
- 5000-24999$50
- 25000-49999$100
- >=50000$200
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Ohio nonprofit cost FAQ
How much does it cost to start a nonprofit in Ohio?
For a small charity (under $50,000 a year) that asks for donations, confirmed state and IRS fees in Ohio come to about $474 in year one, including the IRS Form 1023-EZ fee of $275, and about $105 a year after that.
What is the filing fee for nonprofit articles of incorporation in Ohio?
$99 (Initial Articles of Incorporation (nonprofit, Form 532B)). $99 (R.C. 111.16(A)(1)); ohiosos.gov blocked automated fetch.
Does Ohio require charity registration?
Required; fee tiered by revenue. Fee paid with the annual report (Ohio Adm.Code 109:1-2-02).
Does a Ohio nonprofit have to file a yearly report?
$25 (every 5 years). Statement of continued existence of a nonprofit corporation, $25, quinquennially (R.C. 111.16(O), 1702.59).
Official sources
Checked October 28, 2026. Fees change; confirm on the official site before filing.
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