The Iowa Application For Certificate of Authority (Nonprofit) is a document issued by the Iowa Secretary of State’s Office that permits a nonprofit organization to conduct business in the state of Iowa. It is used to register a nonprofit organization in Iowa and is required for any organization that intends to conduct business or receive contributions in Iowa. There are two types of Iowa Application For Certificate of Authority (Nonprofit): the Domestic Nonprofit Application and the Foreign Nonprofit Application. The Domestic Nonprofit Application is for an organization formed within the state of Iowa, while the Foreign Nonprofit Application is for an organization formed outside of Iowa that wishes to do business within the state. Both applications require the organization to provide basic information such as the organization’s name, purpose, and address. Additionally, the organization must provide information on their officers, directors, and board of directors. The application must also include the filing fee and the required documents. Once the application is approved, the organization will be issued an Iowa Certificate of Authority (Nonprofit) and will be able to conduct business in the state of Iowa.