Charitable organizations and nonprofits play a vital role in American civic life, delivering social services, funding research, supporting the arts, and filling gaps in public programs — all while operating under legal frameworks designed to ensure accountability to donors and the public.

There are 52 states with Charity Nonprofit locations across the United States. The IRS recognizes over 1.5 million tax-exempt nonprofit organizations in the United States, spanning categories from public charities and private foundations to social welfare organizations and trade associations.

Charity Nonprofit in the United States

Browsing by state helps donors, volunteers, grant seekers, and community members locate nonprofit organizations and charitable offices in their area, verify their registration status, and find opportunities to contribute to causes that matter to them.

Common Services

  • Tax-exempt status verification and IRS Form 990 public records access
  • Charitable organization registration and compliance with state charity offices
  • Grant application assistance and nonprofit governance guidance
  • Volunteer coordination and community service program information

Before donating to a charity, use the IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search to verify its tax-exempt status and review its publicly filed financial disclosures. Legitimate charities will readily provide information about how donations are used and issue receipts for tax deduction purposes.

For official information, visit IRS Charities and Nonprofits.

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About Charity Nonprofit

Charitable organizations and nonprofits in the United States are registered with the IRS and may receive tax-exempt status under Section 501(c) of the tax code. State attorneys general and state charity registration offices regulate charitable solicitations to protect the public from fraudulent fundraising, and registered nonprofits must file annual financial disclosures that are publicly available to donors and researchers.

Common Services

  • Tax-exempt status verification and IRS Form 990 lookups
  • Charitable organization registration with state authorities
  • Grant application assistance and nonprofit compliance guidance
  • Charitable solicitation licensing for fundraising activities

Before donating to a charity, verify its registration status and review financial disclosures using the IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search tool or third-party charity evaluators such as Charity Navigator or GuideStar. Legitimate charities are transparent about how donations are used and will provide receipts for tax purposes.

For official information, visit IRS Charities and Nonprofits.