CHARITABLE TRUST
To verify your organization’s Good Standing: Registered Charities | New Hampshire Department of Justice
Guide to NH Nonprofits: guidebook-non-profit-organizations.pdf
Annual NHCT-12 Report: Charitable organizations must annually file Form NHCT-12 with the Charitable Trusts Unit within 4 and ½ months of their fiscal year end.
Other annual financial filings:
Private Foundations Only 990-PF
Less than $50,000 revenue: NHCT-12, Schedule A; Form 990N
$50,000 to $500,000 revenue: Form 990 or 990-EZ
$500,000 to $2,000,000 revenue: Financial Statements in compliance with GAAP plus Form 990
More than $2,000,000 revenue: Audited Financial Statements plus Form 990
** 990 filing is due 5½ months after the close of the fiscal year. For example, an organization with a December 31, 2025 year-end must file by May 15, 2026. An extension is available if additional time is needed.
SECRETARY of STATE
To verify your organization’s Good Standing: QuickStart (enter your organization’s name to review status)
Annual Report: File an Annual Report | New Hampshire Secretary of State
Every 5 years: 2025 is a renewal year for non-profit charters required by the NH Secretary of State. This renewal is done every 5 years. The next renewal is due December 31, 2030. Forms and Fees | New Hampshire Secretary of State
*** For an extensive reporting requirements list, click on the header links for both Charitable Trust and Secretary of State. ***
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