Cost to Start a Nonprofit in Wyoming (2026): Formation Costs & Yearly Fees

Wyoming nonprofit fee table

Item	Fee	How often	Status
Articles of Incorporation – Nonprofit Corporation$50.	$50	One time	verified source
State nonprofit reportDue: First day of the anniversary month	$25 (annual)	annual	verified source
Charity registration	No general charity registration	—	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

Wyoming nonprofit cost calculator

1About your nonprofit

State you'll incorporate in Expected yearly revenue Donations, grants and other income. This decides Form 1023-EZ vs 1023, which Form 990 you file, and tiered charity fees. We'll ask the public for donations (most states then require charity registration)

More options

Use a paid registered agent (typical $100–150/yr; a director with an in-state address can usually serve for free)

2Your formation costs

Wyoming nonprofit cost FAQ

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

For a small charity (under $50,000 a year) that asks for donations, confirmed state and IRS fees in Wyoming come to about $325 in year one, including the IRS Form 1023-EZ fee of $275, and about $25 a year after that.

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

$50 (Articles of Incorporation – Nonprofit Corporation). $50.

Does Wyoming require charity registration?

No general charity registration. SOS FAQ: Wyoming has no state requirements for charities and fund raisers.

Does a Wyoming nonprofit have to file a yearly report?

$25 (annual). Annual report $25.

Official sources

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

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