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Cost to start a nonprofit in Oklahoma

Filing nonprofit articles in Oklahoma costs $25. For a small charity that asks for donations, confirmed state and IRS formation costs come to about $365 in year one and $65 a year after that. 1 item still to check with the state.

Last checked October 28, 2026 · some items not yet confirmed on an official page (marked below)

Oklahoma nonprofit fee table

ItemFeeHow oftenStatus
Certificate of Incorporation – Oklahoma Not For Profit Corporation$25 (18 O.S. 1142).$25One timeverified source
State nonprofit reportCheck with the statenonenot confirmed
Charity registrationOklahoma Secretary of StateRequired; fee tiered by revenueannualverified source
IRS Form 1023-EZ / Form 1023$275 / $600One timeverified source
IRS Form 990-N, 990-EZ or 990No IRS feeYearlyverified source
Registered agent$0 if a director serves; typically $100–150/yr paidYearlytypical market range
Charity registration fee tiers (contributions in prior period (or expected in first period))
  • <=10000$15
  • >10000$65

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Oklahoma nonprofit cost FAQ

How much does it cost to start a nonprofit in Oklahoma?

Confirmed fees for a small charity in Oklahoma come to about $365 in year one, including the IRS Form 1023-EZ fee of $275. Some Oklahoma items are not yet confirmed on an official page, so check them with the state before you budget.

What is the filing fee for nonprofit articles of incorporation in Oklahoma?

$25 (Certificate of Incorporation – Oklahoma Not For Profit Corporation). $25 (18 O.S. 1142).

Does Oklahoma require charity registration?

Required; fee tiered by revenue. Charitable Organization Packet $65/$15 (18 O.S. § 552.3: $15 if contributions ≤ $10,000). Due by the Form 990 filing date.

Does a Oklahoma nonprofit have to file a yearly report?

Not confirmed on an official page in our latest check. No annual report/certificate fee listed for domestic not-for-profit corporations on the SOS fee page; not confirmed explicitly.

Official sources

Checked October 28, 2026. Fees change; confirm on the official site before filing.

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