Nonprofit Resource Center
Running a nonprofit comes with unique financial, regulatory, and reporting responsibilities. We’ve compiled a collection of trusted resources to help you find the information you need—from IRS guidance and state filings to helpful tools and resources for nonprofit organizations. Our goal is to make navigating the nonprofit landscape a little easier.
Use the IRS Tax-Exempt Organization Search to verify an organization’s tax-exempt status and access public information, including Form 990 filings, determination letters, and other tax records.
Use the Ohio Secretary of State Business Search to look up Ohio businesses and nonprofit organizations, verify registration and entity information, and access available public filings and records.
Use the Ohio Attorney General’s charitable filing system to access and manage required filings for charitable organizations in Ohio, including registration and annual reports. It’s a helpful resource for staying current with Ohio’s charitable compliance requirements.
The Columbus Foundation connects donors, nonprofits, and community partners to strengthen Central Ohio. Its resources and initiatives support charitable giving, nonprofit organizations, and community impact throughout the region.
The Ohio Association of Nonprofit Organizations (OANO) supports Ohio’s nonprofit community through advocacy, education, professional development, and resources. It’s a valuable resource for nonprofits looking to strengthen their organizations, connect with peers, and stay informed on issues affecting the sector.
The Columbus Metropolitan Library offers a collection of resources to help nonprofit organizations find information, research opportunities, build organizational capacity, and support their missions. It’s a helpful local resource for nonprofits looking for tools, information, and community connections.
The Human Services Chamber of Franklin County supports nonprofit human service organizations throughout Central Ohio through advocacy, collaboration, education, and resources. It helps strengthen the nonprofit sector and amplify the collective impact of organizations serving the community.
Candid’s GuideStar platform provides information about nonprofit organizations, including Form 990s, financial data, mission and program information, and nonprofit profiles. It’s a helpful resource for researching nonprofits and understanding their financial and organizational information.