Form Your Oregon Nonprofit Corporation
Launch your mission in the Beaver State with a low $50 filing fee, no sales tax, and a clear path to 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status and tax-deductible donations
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The Beaver State · OR
- State filing fee$50
- Processing time1 business day online; 3-5 days by mail/fax
- Our formation feeFree (you pay $100 if you choose a paid plan)
- Annual report$50/year — due Anniversary date of incorporation
- State tax rate6.6-7.6% corporate + CAT
Form your Oregon Nonprofit — pay only the state filing fee, nothing more.
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Everything to launch your Oregon Nonprofit
Free formation means you pay only the $50 state filing fee. All core services are included at no extra charge.
Articles of Incorporation - Nonprofit filing
We prepare and submit your Articles of Incorporation - Nonprofit to the Oregon Secretary of State.
Registered agent
Required in Oregon — we act as your agent for the first year.
EIN from the IRS
Your federal Tax ID — required to open a US business bank account and file taxes.
Bylaws
Professionally drafted bylaws — defines ownership, voting, and profit splits.
Benefits of forming an Nonprofit in Oregon
Oregon pairs a low $50 nonprofit filing fee with no state sales tax, helping mission-driven organizations stretch every donor dollar and grant further. A strong civic and philanthropic culture across Portland and the wider Beaver State, combined with an educated, community-minded workforce, makes it fertile ground for charities, foundations, and social enterprises.
Eligible for 501(c)(3) federal tax-exempt status, allowing donors to make tax-deductible contributions
Low $50 state filing fee with fast 1-business-day online processing
No state sales tax, stretching every donor dollar further
Qualify for grants from foundations and government agencies reserved for 501(c)(3) organizations
Limited liability protection shields directors and officers from personal liability
Perpetual existence independent of any single founder or board member
Access to nonprofit postal discounts and reduced advertising rates
Strong philanthropic and civic culture in Portland and across the Beaver State
Key features of a Oregon Nonprofit
- $50 state filing fee with 1-business-day online processing
- No state sales tax, maximizing charitable impact
- Eligible for 501(c)(3) tax-deductible donations and grants
- Minimum of 3 directors required to govern the organization
- Filed with the Oregon Secretary of State
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Form your Oregon Nonprofit in 6 steps
We handle every step while you stay in the loop. Processing takes 1 business day online; 3-5 days by mail/fax.
- 01
Choose Your Nonprofit Name
Your name must be distinguishable from other Oregon entities. Check availability through the Oregon Secretary of State's business name search and confirm it fits your charitable mission.
- 02
Appoint Directors and a Registered Agent
Oregon requires a minimum of 3 directors for a nonprofit corporation. You must also appoint a registered agent with a physical Oregon address to accept legal documents.
- 03
File Articles of Incorporation
Submit your Articles of Incorporation - Nonprofit to the Oregon Secretary of State. The filing fee is $50, and online filing typically processes in 1 business day (3-5 days by mail or fax). Include IRS-required 501(c)(3) language to support your federal exemption.
- 04
Adopt Bylaws and a Conflict-of-Interest Policy
Hold an organizational meeting to adopt corporate bylaws and a conflict-of-interest policy, elect officers, and obtain an EIN from the IRS. These governance documents are required for your 501(c)(3) application.
- 05
Apply for 501(c)(3) Federal Tax Exemption
File IRS Form 1023-EZ ($275, for organizations with gross receipts of $50,000 or less and assets of $250,000 or less) or the full Form 1023 ($600). The IRS typically takes about 2-4 weeks for 1023-EZ and 3-6 months for the full Form 1023.
- 06
Register at the State Level and File Reports
Register with the Oregon Department of Justice Charitable Activities Section before soliciting donations, apply for Oregon tax exemption, and file your $50 Oregon annual report plus IRS Form 990 each year.
Oregon Nonprofit costs at a glance
Kicker formation is free — you pay only the required state fees. No hidden charges.
Oregon Nonprofit requirements checklist
Everything you need to form and maintain a Oregon Nonprofit in 2026.
- File Articles of Incorporation - Nonprofit with the Oregon Secretary of State ($50)
- Appoint a minimum of 3 directors to your board
- Maintain a registered agent with a physical Oregon address
- Adopt corporate bylaws and a conflict-of-interest policy
- Obtain an EIN from the IRS
- Apply for 501(c)(3) status with IRS Form 1023-EZ ($275) or Form 1023 ($600)
- Register with the Oregon DOJ Charitable Activities Section and file the $50 annual report
Filing information
- Formation document
- Articles of Incorporation - Nonprofit
- Filing agency
- Oregon Secretary of State
- Registered agent
- Required
- Bylaws
- Recommended
- EIN
- Required
- Name reservation fee
- $10 (120 days)
Free formation — pay only the state fee
Kicker formation is free. You pay the $50 Oregon state filing fee and nothing more for the Starter plan. Optional plans add registered agent, EIN, bylaws, and compliance.
Starter
- Articles of Incorporation - Nonprofit filing
- Name availability check
- Digital document delivery
- Formation status tracking
Booster
- Everything in Starter
- Registered agent (required in Oregon)
- EIN / Federal Tax ID
- Expedited processing (1–2 days)
- Bylaws
- Priority support
- Kicker Voice — 3-day free trial
- Kicker Pay — free for 15 days
Founder
- Everything in Booster
- Business mailing address
- Bookkeeping — 3 months free
- Dedicated account manager
- Rush processing
- Kicker Voice — 6-day free trial
- Kicker Pay — free for 30 days
Kicker
- Everything in Founder
- ITIN filing & preparation
- Same-day priority processing
- 2nd year annual filing $0
- Kicker Voice 12-day + Kicker Pay 60 days free
Compare all plans on our pricing page.
Oregon Nonprofit questions, answered
Common questions about forming an Nonprofit in Oregon. Can't find an answer? Talk to our team.
How much does it cost to form a nonprofit corporation in Oregon?
The Oregon Secretary of State filing fee for the Articles of Incorporation - Nonprofit is $50. After incorporating, you apply separately to the IRS for 501(c)(3) status, which costs $275 for Form 1023-EZ or $600 for the full Form 1023.
How long does Oregon nonprofit formation take?
Online filings with the Oregon Secretary of State typically process in 1 business day, while mail or fax filings take about 3-5 days. The separate IRS 501(c)(3) review usually takes around 2-4 weeks for Form 1023-EZ or 3-6 months for the full Form 1023.
How many directors does an Oregon nonprofit need?
Oregon requires a minimum of 3 directors for a nonprofit corporation. A board of unrelated directors strengthens governance and is expected by the IRS when reviewing your 501(c)(3) application.
Is forming the nonprofit the same as getting 501(c)(3) status?
No. Incorporating with the Oregon Secretary of State creates your nonprofit corporation at the state level, but federal tax exemption is a separate step. You must file IRS Form 1023-EZ ($275) or Form 1023 ($600) to obtain 501(c)(3) status and unlock tax-deductible donations.
What ongoing filings does an Oregon nonprofit have?
Oregon nonprofits file a $50 annual report with the Secretary of State by the anniversary date of incorporation. You must also register and renew with the Oregon DOJ Charitable Activities Section and file IRS Form 990 with the federal government each year.
Does an Oregon nonprofit pay state taxes?
Oregon has no state sales tax and no franchise tax for these entities. Oregon's corporate income tax runs 6.6-7.6% plus the Corporate Activity Tax, but a 501(c)(3) can apply for Oregon tax exemption on income related to its exempt purpose after receiving IRS recognition.
Does my Oregon nonprofit have to file a BOI report with FinCEN?
No. Under FinCEN's March 2025 interim final rule, U.S. domestic entities and U.S. persons are exempt from Beneficial Ownership Information reporting. Only foreign-formed entities registered to do business in a U.S. state still file.
Do I need to register before fundraising in Oregon?
Yes. Before soliciting charitable donations, Oregon nonprofits must register with the Oregon Department of Justice Charitable Activities Section. This state charitable-solicitation registration is separate from both your incorporation and your IRS 501(c)(3) application.
Oregon government filing resources
Filing fees for common Nonprofit services
Official Oregon state charges for the filings you may need after formation — our service fee is separate, and we confirm the current amount before filing.
Flat $100, same for all entity types.
Oregon's equivalent of a Certificate of Good Standing is the Certificate of Existence.
Learn moreCertified copy is a flat $15 each (not per-page), same for the Document File, Assumed Business Name File, or a specific document.
$10 per apostille/authentication document.
Fee VARIES by entity type: foreign business/professional corp and foreign LLC are $275, foreign nonprofit is $50.
Learn moreOregon has NO general sales, use, or transaction tax, so the state issues no seller's permit and no sales-tax resale/exemption certificate.
Learn moreFee VARIES by entity type: business corp and LLC amendments are $100, nonprofit amendment is $50.
Learn moreFee VARIES by entity type: domestic business corp and LLC dissolution are $100, nonprofit dissolution is $50.
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