Last Updated: February 2026
Utah no longer requires charitable organizations to register before soliciting contributions in the state.
Because Utah does not maintain a charitable solicitation registration program, there are no charitable solicitation registration exemptions to evaluate.
This page explains what that means for nonprofits fundraising in Utah and how the state fits into a broader multi-state compliance strategy.
For an overview of how charitable registration systems typically operate, see:
How Charitable Registration Works
Does Utah Require Charitable Solicitation Registration?
No.
Charitable organizations soliciting contributions from Utah residents are not required to:
- File an initial charitable solicitation registration
- Submit annual renewal filings
- Pay charitable registration fees
- Apply for exemption from registration
This applies to:
- Utah-based nonprofits
- Out-of-state nonprofits soliciting Utah donors
- Organizations receiving online donations from Utah residents
For comparison with states that do require registration:
Charitable Solicitation Registration Requirements
Are There Any Exemptions in Utah?
No.
Because Utah does not impose a charitable solicitation registration requirement, there are no statutory exemption categories such as:
- Small charity revenue thresholds
- Religious exemptions
- Educational exemptions
- Volunteer-only exemptions
In states with registration statutes, exemptions determine whether a nonprofit must file. In Utah, registration itself is not required.
Online Fundraising and Utah
Accepting online donations from Utah residents does not trigger a charitable solicitation registration requirement in Utah.
However, online fundraising frequently triggers registration obligations in other jurisdictions.
If your organization:
- Maintains a donation-enabled website,
- Conducts national email campaigns, or
- Uses third-party fundraising platforms,
you may still be required to register in many other states.
For digital compliance analysis:
Online Fundraising & Charleston Principles
Where Nonprofits Must Register Based on Online Fundraising
Other Utah Compliance Considerations
Although charitable solicitation registration is not required, nonprofits operating in Utah may still need to address:
- Corporate formation or foreign qualification requirements
- State tax registration or exemption matters
- Consumer protection laws
- Contractual obligations related to grants or sponsorships
These obligations are separate from charitable solicitation registration.
For broader compliance planning:
Multi-State Charitable Registration Complexity
Strategic Planning for National Nonprofits
For organizations fundraising nationally:
- Utah is typically excluded from the charitable solicitation registration matrix.
- Neighboring states such as Colorado, Nevada, Arizona (limited registration), Idaho (no registration), and Wyoming have varying requirements.
- Most other states require registration before solicitation.
To determine where your nonprofit 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: