Nonprofit · Washington · 2026

What a nonprofit really costs in Washington

Every state fee and deadline for a nonprofit in Washington, from the official state source, checked October 2026.

To form

$40

Articles of Incorporation - Nonprofit Corporation (RCW 24.03A)

First year with the state

~$60

Filing + one round of required reports and minimum taxes

With Incorra

$40

Free filing, state fee at cost. Or $289 with Plus (agent + reports, $249/yr).

Every recurring requirement

  • Washington initial reportOnce, within 120 days of forming. Free if filed with the formation document (CCFS includes it); $10 if filed separately within 120 days.No fee
  • Washington nonprofit annual reportEvery year in the month you formed (by month-end). Reduced fee with certification of gross revenue under $500,000; default $60. Due by end of anniversary month.$20

How fast

  • Expedited+$100

Questions

How much does it cost to form a nonprofit in Washington?

Washington charges $40 to file the Articles of Incorporation - Nonprofit Corporation (RCW 24.03A).

What does a nonprofit cost every year in Washington?

Washington initial report: no fee, once, within 120 days of forming (Free if filed with the formation document (CCFS includes it); $10 if filed separately within 120 days.). Washington nonprofit annual report: $20, every year in the month you formed (by month-end) (Reduced fee with certification of gross revenue under $500,000; default $60. Due by end of anniversary month.).

Can I expedite a nonprofit filing in Washington?

Yes: Expedited for $100, on top of the filing fee.

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Source: https://www.sos.wa.gov/corporations-charities/business-entities/filings-forms-information · verified 2026-10-15. State fees change; Incorra re-checks them regularly. General information, not legal or tax advice.