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Filing the Articles of Incorporation for a nonprofit corporation in North Carolina is a crucial step in establishing your organization. This guide provides clear, step-by-step instructions to help you complete the form effectively and confidently, even if you have limited legal experience.

Follow the steps to complete the Articles of Incorporation online

1. Press the ‘Get Form’ button to access the Articles of Incorporation form. This will allow you to open the document in the appropriate digital editor.
2. Enter the name of the corporation as required in the designated field.
3. If applicable, check the box indicating whether the corporation is a charitable or religious corporation as defined in North Carolina General Statutes.
4. Fill in the street address and county of the initial registered office of the corporation, including the complete city, state, and zip code.
5. If the mailing address is different from the initial registered office, provide the alternative address in the specified field.
6. Input the name of the initial registered agent.
7. List the name and address of each incorporator in the corresponding sections.
8. Select whether the corporation will have members or not by marking the appropriate option.
9. If you have provisions regarding the distribution of the corporation's assets upon dissolution, ensure they are attached.
10. Include any other provisions that the corporation elects to add, noting they should be attached.
11. Provide the street address and county of the principal office of the corporation.
12. If the mailing address is different from the principal office, specify this information.
13. Indicate the effective date of the articles by filling in the day and year when filing.
14. Sign the form as the incorporator and type or print your name and title if applicable.
15. Once all fields are complete, save the changes, then download, print, or share the completed form as needed.

Complete your nonprofit incorporation documents online to establish your organization today.