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Learn how to start a nonprofit so you can get 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status, be eligible for grants, and much more. 
Starts at $99 + filing fees.
Kickstart your nonprofit in minutes.

Starts at $99 + filing fees.

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How to start a nonprofit
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File your nonprofit's articles of incorporation

Pick a name for your nonprofit corporation, answer a few questions, and then we’ll help make it official.

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Apply for 501(c)(3)

Let us file your Form 1023-EZ with the IRS to see if you can be tax exempt.

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Register with the state

If your nonprofit has a charitable purpose, register it with the attorney general or another agency (if needed).

Frequently asked questions

Why start a nonprofit?

Get tax breaks

You're eligible to apply for state, federal, and other tax exemptions.

Apply for 501(c)(3) status

Contributions to certain types of qualifying nonprofits are tax deductible.

Protect your assets

Members and directors are shielded from personal liability for the nonprofit's actions.

Pick the package that fits your needs

Economy

$99 + state filing fees

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Includes:

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Preliminary name clearance
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Articles of incorporation filing with your state
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info, discrepancies, and more

Standard

$575

$239 + state filing fees

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Includes everything in from Economy plus:
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Deluxe founder's kit with your formation documents printed on archival paper, plus a personalized binder and notebook

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Corporate minutes forms to record formal meetings and actions

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Express Gold

$675

$359 + state filing fees

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Includes everything from Standard plus:
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Faster filing of your articles of incorporation with the state

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Expedited federal tax ID (EIN)

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Delivery of your package 2-3 business days after everything is finalized

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14-day trial of legal plan

Renews automatically at $49/mo. Cancel anytime.*

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What our customers are saying

I am absolutely impressed with LegalZoom's ability to complete my nonprofit business and 501(c)(3) in such a short period of time.


Johnnie S., nonprofit customer

Professional support throughout every step ... Superior quality of providing important documents in an attractive binder ... Best way to start a nonprofit!


Dan N., nonprofit customer

Can't praise this process enough ... LegalZoom took a lot of the guesswork away and gave me clear direction and instructions.


Heath J., nonprofit customer

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