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Program: California Department of Justice Office of the Attorney General - Registry of Charitable Trusts

Agency: California Department of Justice Office of the Attorney General


Resource Number: 4092010
Description

Provides access to public files on active charitable organizations within California. Supervises California charities and commercial fundraisers for charitable purposes.

Offers online searchable information about charitable organizations. The Registered Charity Database can be searched to see if a charity is registered and reporting activities as required by law. Individuals can obtain registration information by telephone or by visiting the website. The website instructions help interpret yearly financial reports (Form 990 or 990 EZ). Financial reports may be viewed using the Registry Search tool on the website.

Charitable organizations must register and file annual financial reports, whether or not they sought tax-exempt status. Some exceptions are churches, colleges, hospitals, and schools. Eligible nonprofit organizations may hold fundraising raffles under certain circumstances, with a $20 raffle registration fee. 




Program Phones:
916-210-6400
Main - Information
916-443-6843
Better Business Bureau
916-445-1254
Department of Consumer Affairs

Website: www.oag.ca.gov/charities/complaints

Location information
Sites offering this program
+ Registry of Charities and Fundraisers ->
Registry of Charities and Fundraisers  
Location: 1300 I Street
Sacramento, CA 95814 (Map)
Program Hours:
Office: Monday through Friday, 8 am - 5 pm
Description: Located between 13th Street and 14th Street.
Bus Service: SacRT Bus 10, 11, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 30, 38, 62, and 142.
Disabilities Access: Fully accessible to individuals using mobility aids.
Mailing Address: PO Box 903447, Sacramento, CA 94203-4470
Service Area:

Program Delivery
Eligibility: Residents of California.
Languages: Translation services are available for multiple languages upon request. American Sign Language Interpreter available on request, English
Application Process: To register, complete the application available online and send it by mail. To search for charities, go online.
Payment methods:
Program Fees: Fees vary for organizations registering and are based on revenue amount for the fiscal year being renewed.
Documents Required: Refer to website for all forms and instructions.
Service Area:
Defined coverage area:
CA -Statewide


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American Sign Language AccessibilityAmerican Sign Language Interpreter available on request.
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