Question 1

Does a charity need to register to solicit donations in Arkansas?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Arkansas generally requires charitable organizations to register with the Arkansas Secretary of State — Business & Commercial Services, Charities Registration before soliciting contributions in the state, unless an exemption applies. The requirement reaches out-of-state charities soliciting Arkansas residents.

Question 2

How much does charitable registration cost in Arkansas?

Accepted Answer

The initial registration fee is No fee, and renewal is No fee. Fees are stated as the state sets them; where a fee varies with contributions, the tiers are cited on this page.

Question 3

When is the Arkansas charitable registration renewal due?

Accepted Answer

180 days after fiscal year end. The date is computed from the organization's own fiscal year end under the rule this page cites, so it differs between charities.

Question 4

Are any charities exempt from registering in Arkansas?

Accepted Answer

Arkansas recognizes exemptions, and this page lists each one we check for with its statutory citation. At least one of them still requires a filing to claim it — an exemption is not always automatic. The state, not a third party, decides whether an exemption applies.

Question 5

Does Arkansas require audited financial statements?

Accepted Answer

Arkansas requires an accountant's report above a revenue threshold. The lowest threshold on record is a review above $500,000 in contributions. Every threshold and its citation are listed on this page.

Registration	Required
Agency	Arkansas Secretary of State — Business & Commercial Services, Charities Registration
Initial fee	No fee
Renewal fee	No fee
Renewal / report due	180 days after fiscal year end
Filing channel	Paper / mail

Arkansas charitable solicitation registration: requirements, fees, and deadlines

Who must register

Exemptions we check for

Financial statement thresholds

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