Office of the Attorney General
The Capitol Albany, NY 12224-0341
www.charitiesnys.com/
Main Phone
212-416-8401
Primary Services
Charitable Organization Complaints, Charitable Organization Registration, Charity Information
Description
Responsible for supervising charitable organizations to protect donors and beneficiaries of those charities from unscrupulous practices in the solicitation and management of charitable assets. Also supervises the activity of foundations and other charities to ensure that their funds and other property devoted to charitable purposes are properly used, and protects the public interest in charitable gifts and bequests contained in wills and trust agreements. The Bureau also maintains a registry of charities and fundraising professionals.
Charitable organizations operating in New York State are required by law to register and file annual financial reports with the Attorney General's Office. This includes any organization that conducts charitable activities, holds property that is used for charitable purposes, or solicits financial or other contributions.
Charitable organizations operating in New York State are required by law to register and file annual financial reports with the Attorney General's Office. This includes any organization that conducts charitable activities, holds property that is used for charitable purposes, or solicits financial or other contributions.
Hours
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Eligibility
Open to all.
Service Area: New York State.
Service Area: New York State.
Intake Process
Call 212-416-8401 or email charities.bureau@ag.ny.gov for questions about charities, questions about trusts and estates, and any other concerns.
Call 518-776-2160 or email charities.fundraising@ag.ny.gov for questions about fundraising.
To register a charity, see the following instructions: https://www.charitiesnys.com/checklist.html
To make a Freedom of Information Request, see the following instructions: https://ag.ny.gov/bureau/foil
To submit a complaint, see the following instructions: https://www.charitiesnys.com/complaints_new.html
Call 518-776-2160 or email charities.fundraising@ag.ny.gov for questions about fundraising.
To register a charity, see the following instructions: https://www.charitiesnys.com/checklist.html
To make a Freedom of Information Request, see the following instructions: https://ag.ny.gov/bureau/foil
To submit a complaint, see the following instructions: https://www.charitiesnys.com/complaints_new.html
Program Fees
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Date of Official Change
Aug 25, 2021
Contacts
Contact Email (Primary)
charities.bureau@ag.ny.gov