Nonprofit organizations operating in West Virginia must register with the state attorney general's charitable trust section and comply with state solicitation licensing requirements in addition to meeting federal IRS requirements for tax-exempt status. West Virginia's charity registration process helps protect residents from fraudulent fundraising operations.
Charity Nonprofit locations are available in 26 cities across West Virginia. They are spread across 21 counties.
Cities with the highest concentration include Charleston, Wheeling, Parkersburg, which typically host large concentrations of nonprofits serving regional populations across health, human services, education, and arts sectors.
Donors in West Virginia can verify that a charity is properly registered with the state by contacting the West Virginia Attorney General's office or searching the state's online charity registration database before making a contribution.
Nonprofits seeking grant funding in West Virginia should explore state-level grant programs administered through the West Virginia Department of Health, Department of Education, or community services block grant programs. Many West Virginia foundations also fund local nonprofits through competitive grant cycles that typically open annually.
Browse Charity Nonprofit by county across West Virginia to find the nearest location.