Char410 R Form – Fill Out and Use This PDF

Char410 R Form PDF Details

The Char410 R form is the official New York State registration statement for charitable organizations that qualify for an exemption from annual financial reporting. Filed with the New York Attorney General's Charities Bureau, the char410 r form is used by nonprofits operating under both the Estates, Powers and Trusts Law (EPTL) and the Solicitation of Funds for Charitable Purposes Act. Organizations with gross revenues and total assets below the applicable threshold file the Char410 R form rather than the more detailed annual Char410 A form.

Who Must File the Char410 R Form?

Any charitable organization that solicits donations from New York residents must register with the Charities Bureau, regardless of where the organization is incorporated. The Char410 R form applies to organizations that qualify for the exemption from annual financial reporting, generally those with total gross revenues under $25,000 and total assets under $25,000 during the fiscal year. Certain entities are exempt from filing altogether, including religious corporations, educational institutions accredited by the State Board of Regents, and certain fraternal or veterans organizations. Organizations exceeding the gross revenue threshold must file the Char410 A form and include audited financial statements.

What Information Does the Char410 R Form Require?

The char410 r form collects basic organizational details including the full legal name and principal office address of the charitable organization, the name and address of a contact person, the federal Employer Identification Number (EIN), and the date and state of incorporation. The form also requires a description of the charitable purposes and programs, the geographic area served, the methods of solicitation, and the names and addresses of all officers, directors, and trustees. Filers must attest that the organization meets the financial thresholds for the annual reporting exemption.

Char410 R Form vs. Char410 A Form

The primary distinction between the Char410 R form and the Char410 A form is the annual financial reporting obligation. The Char410 R is a simpler registration statement for small charities that fall below the reporting threshold. The Char410 A is required for larger organizations that must also submit audited financial statements and, in most cases, a Char500 annual financial report. If your organization's revenues grow past the exemption threshold during a fiscal year, you must switch to the Char410 A form for the next registration period.