INSTRUCTIONS: DNP ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION PACKET (NONPROFIT)

Use this form to file for a nonprofit domestic corporation in New Mexico. You’re encouraged to speak with an attorney while completing this form and other required forms.

“DNP Articles of Incorporation Packet (Nonprofit) Step 1”

Enter the name of the nonprofit corporation in Article I. Make sure the name appears exactly as it should under the state.

“DNP Articles of Incorporation Packet (Nonprofit) Step 2”

In Article II, provide a projected date of dissolution. If no such date exists, you can write “perpetual” instead.

“DNP Articles of Incorporation Packet (Nonprofit) Step 3”

Provide the specific purpose of the nonprofit corporation in Article III. Only provide one or two sentences.

“DNP Articles of Incorporation Packet (Nonprofit) Step 4”

In Article IV, provide information about the registered office location in New Mexico as well as the name of the registered agent at the registered office. The registered agent must be an individual resident of the state or another corporation authorized to conduct business inside of New Mexico.

“DNP Articles of Incorporation Packet (Nonprofit) Step 5”

List the name and address for at least three directors in Article V. If additional space is needed, attach a separate sheet.

“DNP Articles of Incorporation Packet (Nonprofit) Step 6”

Provide the name and address of each incorporator in Article VI. If additional space is needed, attach a separate sheet.

“DNP Articles of Incorporation Packet (Nonprofit) Step 7”

All of the incorporators listed in Article VI need to sign the bottom of this form. Make sure the name correspond with the names listed.

“DNP Articles of Incorporation Packet (Nonprofit) Step 8”

The minimum filing fee for this form is $25. There is a $10 charge for every certified copy. You can pay by check or money order when mailing in the forms. Make the check or money order payable to New Mexico Public Regulation Commission (NMPRC).

“DNP Articles of Incorporation Packet (Nonprofit) Step 9”

Before sending the forms, make a duplicate copy of the Articles. Make sure the registered agent completes the Statement of Acceptance as well. Send the completed forms to the following address:

Public Regulation Commission

Corporations Bureau

Chartered Documents Division

P.O. Box 1269

Santa Fe, New Mexico 87504-1269