New Jersey (NJ) · Requirement Summary
New Jersey charitable solicitation requirements summary
A compact operational summary pulled from our Master State Requirements (MSR). Use this as a quick reference for filing authority, cadence, documents, and common traps.
Requirement Summary
Key requirements for New Jersey (NJ).
| Filing Authority | NJ Division of Consumer Affairs – Charities Registration & Investigation (CRI) Section |
|---|---|
| Filing Method | Online via DCA Charities Portal (charportal.dca.njoag.gov) |
| Filing Calendar & Triggers | Annual renewal for registered charities (fiscal-year based) |
| Filing Due Date | Within 6 months after fiscal year end |
| Renewal Detail | Annual CRI renewal filing + fee tier; upload IRS return/financials; update org/officers/professional fundraisers |
| Extensions Calendar | Extensions commonly tied to IRS extension/CRI guidance (portal) – file extension request if needed |
| Exemptions | Certain religious organizations; educational institutions; governmental entities; plus other CRI statutory exemptions |
| Good Standing Required for Charity Filing? | Yes |
| Solicitation while Curing Deficiencies? | No |
| Enforcement Posture | High |
| Recovery Method | File missing annual renewals (oldest→newest) via portal; submit required CPA review/audit where applicable; clear delinquency |
| Required Documents | IRS Form 990 series (incl. schedules); financial statements; professional fundraiser contracts if applicable; officer list |
| Financial Audit/Review Thresholds | CPA review/audit required based on contribution levels (see CRI rules/forms; higher thresholds require audit) |
| Schedule B Reaction Rule (Donor Names) | Keep (NJ typically requires complete 990 including Schedule B; treated as confidential by the state) |
| Signature Requirements | Electronic via portal; authorized officer |
| High-Risk Traps / Enforcement Notes | Portal UX changes in 2025; delinquency is public; missing CPA review/audit blocks approval; ensure correct FYE & fee tier |
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