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Charities Division
Important Changes in Minn. Stat. § 309.53 subd. 3 Regarding Audit Threshold Effective May 17, 2009
Minnesotans have historically provided strong support for the work of charitable organizations, whose programs and services support our community’s prosperity and advancement. Minnesotans have made generous financial contributions to charitable organizations, totaling over $4 billion per year. Most charities provide valuable services, adding to our quality of life and building stronger communities for us all.
A guide to vehicle donations
Search the Charities Database
Organizations that solicit funds in the state of Minnesota are required to register with the Charities Division of the Minnesota Attorney General's Office. Registration data is taken directly from each organization's financial statement and information return. We created this database to allow the public quick access to this useful information. Registration does not constitute approval by the Attorney General or by the State of Minnesota.
Download Charitable Organization forms
A Guide to Charities Laws (PDF)
This guide summarizes Minnesota’s laws that govern charitable organizations, professional fund-raisers and charitable trusts, including laws that require registration with the Attorney General and laws that require notice to the Attorney General of certain actions involving charitable organizations and trusts.
Charity Resources
Links to other websites which have information about non-profits and charitable organizations.
Fiduciary Duties of Directors of Charitable Organizations: A Guide for Board Members
This guide helps directors understand their responsibilities as stewards of their organizations. In carrying out their responsibilities, the law imposes on directors the fiduciary duties of care, loyalty and obedience to the law. These duties are more generally described in this guide.
New Resources For Nonprofits: Sample Conflicts of Interest and Travel and Entertainment Policies for Nonprofits.
The Attorney General's Office offers these sample policies for nonprofits to consider when developing policies to govern their operations and the conduct of board members, officers, directors and employees. The policies are offered as guides, and are not meant to prescribe the exact manner that nonprofits, officers, directors or employees must act in all situations. The policies are based upon the policies adopted by Allina and Medica in connection with the Attorney General's recent compliance review of those organizations. These policies are not to be construed as legal advice in any way. Available in PDF format
- Conflicts of Interest (PDF)
- Travel and Entertainment (PDF)
- Ethics (PDF)
- Sexual Harassment (PDF)
- Third Party Contracts (PDF)
- Outside Counsel (PDF)
Charities--Avoid Shams and Scams
This column is designed to provide tips to make sure that when you give a charitable gift, your money is being used as you intend.