State-Level Compliance: What Your Non-Profit Might Be Overlooking 🚨
When it comes to compliance, most non-profits zero in on IRS rules—but state-level requirements are just as critical.
Overlooking them can lead to penalties, loss of tax-exempt status, or even funding ineligibility.
Here are 5 key areas your organization might be missing:
āœ… Charitable Solicitation Registration
Fundraising online or across state lines? You may need to register in every state where you solicit funds, even just with a ā€œDonateā€ button.
āœ… Annual State Filings
Most states require their own annual renewals, in addition to the IRS Form 990. Missing a deadline can lead to dissolution.
āœ… Sales Tax Exemptions
You could be paying sales tax unnecessarily. Many states offer exemptions, but they require separate applications and renewals.
āœ… Employment Law Compliance
Hiring staff or contractors? Each state has unique payroll, unemployment, and worker’s comp laws—non-compliance can be costly.
āœ… Registered Agent & Business FilingsYour nonprofit may need a registered agent and may need to renew Articles of Incorporation annually or biennially, depending on the state.
šŸ”“ Small Missteps Can Lead To:
• Revoked tax-exempt status
• Ineligibility for grants or matching gifts
• State-level penalties and loss of authorization
šŸ’¼ How Smith CPAs Can Help
We specialize in state compliance audits and multi-state registration assistance, so you can stay protected and mission-focused.
šŸŽÆ Book a FREE 30-minute Discovery Call!
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State-Level Compliance: What Your Non-Profit Might Be Overlooking 🚨
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