San Jose Formation Guide

Form a Nonprofit 501(c)(3)
in San Jose, California

San Jose is the heart of Silicon Valley — the global headquarters for many of the world's largest tech companies.

$30
state filing fee
~15 minutes
on Beezsplit
1,013,240
population
Why San Jose

Starting a business in San Jose

San Jose is the heart of Silicon Valley — the global headquarters for many of the world's largest tech companies. With a population of 1,013,240, San Jose offers a strong local market for Nonprofit 501(c)(3) businesses. California has the lowest nonprofit filing fee in the US ($30). Required if your nonprofit operates in California, regardless of where you incorporate.

Included

What you get

Articles of Incorporation (Nonprofit)
Bylaws
Conflict of Interest Policy
IRS Form 1023-EZ
EIN Application

Best for: California-based charities, community organizations, social enterprises

Compliance

California Nonprofit 501(c)(3) requirements

IRS Form 990 (annual)
Attorney General registration (CT-1)
Statement of Information (biennial)
Registered agent required
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Not based in San Jose? You can form your Nonprofit 501(c)(3) from anywhere.

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~15 minutes from start to finish. No hidden fees.

Start Your San Jose Nonprofit 501(c)(3), Free
Start Your San Jose Nonprofit 501(c)(3), Free