Rhode Island nonprofit fee table
| Item | Fee | How often | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Articles of Incorporation (Form 200)$35 (+$2.50 online enhanced fee). | $35 | One time | verified source |
| State nonprofit reportDue: February 1 – May 1, starting the year after incorporation | $20 (annual) | annual | verified source |
| Charity registrationRhode Island Dept. of Business RegulationExemption: ≤ $25,000 with volunteer fundraising | Required; $90 to register, $90 to renew | 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 |
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Rhode Island nonprofit cost FAQ
How much does it cost to start a nonprofit in Rhode Island?
For a small charity (under $50,000 a year) that asks for donations, confirmed state and IRS fees in Rhode Island come to about $400 in year one, including the IRS Form 1023-EZ fee of $275, and about $110 a year after that.
What is the filing fee for nonprofit articles of incorporation in Rhode Island?
$35 (Articles of Incorporation (Form 200)). $35 (+$2.50 online enhanced fee).
Does Rhode Island require charity registration?
Required; $90 to register, $90 to renew. $90 registration fee, registration expires after one year (R.I.G.L. 5-53.1-2(d),(e)). Required if using a professional fundraiser or raising > $25,000 in a fiscal year (DBR page; 5-53.1-3).
Does a Rhode Island nonprofit have to file a yearly report?
$20 (annual). Annual report (Form 631) $20 (+$2 online); $45 with penalty.
Official sources
Checked October 28, 2026. Fees change; confirm on the official site before filing.
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