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Cost to start a nonprofit in New Hampshire

Filing nonprofit articles in New Hampshire costs $25. For a small charity that asks for donations, confirmed state and IRS formation costs come to about $325 in year one and $80 a year after that.

Last checked October 28, 2026 · core fees verified on official state pages

New Hampshire nonprofit fee table

ItemFeeHow oftenStatus
Articles of Agreement (Form NP-1)$25 (+$2 handling charge on electronic payments).$25One timeverified source
State nonprofit reportDue: December 31 of years ending in 0 or 5$25 (every 5 years)every 5 yearsverified source
Charity registrationNew Hampshire Attorney General, Charitable Trusts UnitRequired; $25 to register, $75 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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New Hampshire nonprofit cost FAQ

How much does it cost to start a nonprofit in New Hampshire?

For a small charity (under $50,000 a year) that asks for donations, confirmed state and IRS fees in New Hampshire come to about $325 in year one, including the IRS Form 1023-EZ fee of $275, and about $80 a year after that.

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

$25 (Articles of Agreement (Form NP-1)). $25 (+$2 handling charge on electronic payments).

Does New Hampshire require charity registration?

Required; $25 to register, $75 to renew. Registration (NHCT-11) $25; annual report (NHCT-12) $75 (RSA 7:28-a); small-asset exceptions in RSA 7:28-a III. Required for any 501(c)(3) applicant formed in NH.

Does a New Hampshire nonprofit have to file a yearly report?

$25 (every 5 years). Nonprofit report every 5 years (years ending in 0 and 5), $25 (RSA 292:25).

Official sources

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

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