Service · Charities, foundations, community projects

Nonprofit formation, done properly.

We form your US nonprofit corporation with the articles and bylaws wording the IRS expects — the foundation you need before applying for 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status.

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What's included

Articles of Incorporation filed

Nonprofit articles prepared with IRS-compatible purpose and dissolution language, and filed with the state — Professional within 7 business days, Premium within 72 hours.

EIN filed

Your federal EIN from the IRS as part of the formation.

Bylaws + conflict-of-interest policy

Bylaws drafted for your organisation, plus a conflict-of-interest policy template — both expected in a 501(c)(3) application.

Registered agent — 1 year

A US-registered agent in your formation state, included for a full year.

Business address + mail forwarding — 1 year

A real US address for your organisation, with mail forwarding for the first year.

501(c)(3) next-steps guide

A clear walkthrough of the IRS Form 1023 / 1023-EZ application that follows formation, and what records to keep from day one.

Honest note: forming the corporation is step one. Tax-exempt status itself is granted by the IRS after your 1023 application — no formation service can guarantee it, and we do not claim to. We prepare your formation so the application starts on solid ground.

Pricing

Professional

$199 + state fee

New Mexico total: $199 + $50 = $249

Start with Professional

Filed within 7 business days · Average delivery 14 days · Full service-fee refund if not filed within 30 days

Premium

$399 + state fee

New Mexico total: $399 + $50 = $449

Start with Premium

Filed within 72 hours · Average delivery 10 days · Full service-fee refund if not filed within 21 days

Year 2+ renewal prices — published now: Renewal Care (registered agent + business address + mail forwarding) $99/year · Annual compliance filing $99/year · State fees at cost, non-refundable.

Nonprofit questions

Does formation make my organisation tax-exempt?

No. Formation creates the nonprofit corporation. Tax-exempt status (for example 501(c)(3)) is a separate IRS decision after you file Form 1023 or 1023-EZ. Our articles and bylaws are drafted to be compatible with that application.

Can a nonprofit have owners?

No. A nonprofit has directors, not owners or shareholders, and its assets must stay dedicated to its stated purpose. Our bylaws reflect that structure.

Can non-US founders start a US nonprofit?

Yes, non-US persons can incorporate a US nonprofit and serve as directors. US banking and the IRS application can require a responsible party with a US taxpayer ID — we flag this in your order before filing, not after.

What does it cost in total?

Professional is $199 + state fee ($249 total in New Mexico). Premium is $399 + state fee ($449 in New Mexico). Year 2+: $99/year Renewal Care + $99/year compliance filing + state fees at cost.