Last Updated: February 2026
Nebraska does not require charitable organizations to register before soliciting contributions in the state.
Because Nebraska does not maintain a charitable solicitation registration statute for nonprofits, there are no charitable registration exemptions to apply for or evaluate.
However, Nebraska’s status should be considered within a broader national compliance framework.
For an overview of how charitable registration systems typically function, see:
How Charitable Registration Works
Does Nebraska Require Charitable Solicitation Registration?
No.
Nonprofit organizations soliciting contributions in Nebraska are not required to:
- File an initial charitable solicitation registration
- Submit annual renewal filings
- Pay charitable registration fees
- Apply for an exemption from registration
This applies to:
- Nebraska-based nonprofits
- Out-of-state nonprofits soliciting Nebraska donors
- Organizations receiving online donations from Nebraska residents
Are There Any Exemptions in Nebraska?
No.
Because Nebraska does not operate a charitable solicitation registration system, there are no:
- Small charity exemptions
- Religious exemptions
- Educational exemptions
- Volunteer-only exemptions
In states that regulate charitable solicitations, exemptions determine whether registration is required. In Nebraska, registration itself is not required.
For comparison with states that do require registration, see:
Charitable Solicitation Registration Requirements by State
Online Fundraising and Nebraska
Accepting online donations from Nebraska residents does not trigger a charitable solicitation registration requirement in Nebraska.
However, online fundraising frequently triggers registration obligations in other jurisdictions.
For example:
- If your nonprofit actively targets donors in states with registration laws, those states’ requirements apply.
- If online fundraising meets certain volume or targeting thresholds elsewhere, registration may be required.
For digital compliance analysis:
Online Fundraising & Charleston Principles
Where Nonprofits Must Register Based on Online Fundraising
Other Legal Considerations
The absence of charitable solicitation registration does not eliminate all compliance obligations.
Nonprofits operating in Nebraska may still need to consider:
- Corporate registration or foreign qualification if conducting intrastate business
- Consumer protection statutes
- Tax registration requirements
- Contract and grant compliance obligations
These obligations are separate from charitable solicitation registration.
For broader multi-state context:
Multi-State Registration Complexity
Strategic Planning for National Nonprofits
For nonprofits fundraising across multiple states:
- Nebraska is typically removed from the charitable registration matrix.
- Neighboring states such as Iowa and Montana also do not require registration.
- Most other states in the Midwest do require registration prior to solicitation.
To determine where your organization must register:
How Many States Must Nonprofits Register In?
If your organization is conducting a national compliance review and needs clarity on which states require registration and which do not: