The California Registry of Charities and Fundraisers has announced a major filing deadline extension for annual registration renewal
California has recently announced significant relief for nonprofit organizations regarding annual registration renewal deadlines for charitable solicitation. This update is especially important for charities managing renewals in the coming year, as the state prepares to modernize its filing systems.
- Who is affected: All charitable organizations whose annual renewal filings were originally due between January 7, 2025, and April 30, 2026.
- New deadline: The deadline for these filings has been extended to April 30, 2026. This provides a substantial window for organizations to gather documents, complete compliance steps, and avoid late penalties.
- No special request needed: Charities do not need to contact the Registry to take advantage of this extension. The relief is automatic for all qualifying organizations.
- Reason for extension: This change comes as California prepares to launch a new Online Filing Service in 2026, which will streamline the process for all existing registrants and submission types. The extension is intended to ease the transition and minimize disruption during the upgrade.
For more information, visit the CA Annual Registration Renewal page.
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