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Cost to start a nonprofit in Mississippi

Filing nonprofit articles in Mississippi costs $50. For a small charity that asks for donations, confirmed state and IRS formation costs come to about $375 in year one and $50 a year after that. 1 item still to check with the state.

Last checked October 28, 2026 · some items not yet confirmed on an official page (marked below)

Mississippi nonprofit fee table

ItemFeeHow oftenStatus
Articles of Incorporation (nonprofit)$50 (filed online).$50One timeverified source
State nonprofit reportDue: May 15 each yearCheck with the stateannualnot confirmed source
Charity registrationMississippi Secretary of State, Charities DivisionRequired; $50 to register, $50 to renewannualverified source
IRS Form 1023-EZ / Form 1023$275 / $600One timeverified source
IRS Form 990-N, 990-EZ or 990No IRS feeYearlyverified source
Registered agent$0 if a director serves; typically $100–150/yr paidYearlytypical market range

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

Confirmed fees for a small charity in Mississippi come to about $375 in year one, including the IRS Form 1023-EZ fee of $275. Some Mississippi items are not yet confirmed on an official page, so check them with the state before you budget.

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

$50 (Articles of Incorporation (nonprofit)). $50 (filed online).

Does Mississippi require charity registration?

Required; $50 to register, $50 to renew. Registration of charitable organization $50; renewal $50.

Does a Mississippi nonprofit have to file a yearly report?

Not confirmed on an official page in our latest check. Nonprofit annual report required, due May 15, filed online. Fee appears to be none (SOS Services & Fees PDF is garbled; an older fee schedule lists a $25 "Nonprofit Status Report").

Official sources

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

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