Activate Your Nonprofit Profile
Find your nonprofit and bring it to life on Gudsy — it only takes about 15 minutes.
To complete activation, have these ready:
- Your EIN (9-digit tax ID) — to find your nonprofit
- Government-issued photo ID — to verify your identity
- IRS determination letter or tax filing — to confirm tax-exempt status
- Articles of incorporation — to verify your organization
About 15 minutes from start to finish
Your 9-digit EIN is on your IRS Determination Letter. Results appear automatically.
Nonprofit profiles are derived from the IRS Exempt Organizations Business Master File
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, your first 30 days are free. A payment method is required during signup, but you won't be charged until after your trial ends. You'll have full access to explore all features during your trial.
Your documents are encrypted in transit and at rest, and are only used for identity verification. We never share your information with third parties. Documents are securely deleted after verification is complete.
Most applications are reviewed within 2-3 business days. You'll receive an email notification when your profile is approved.
Absolutely. Your 30-day trial gives you full access to explore the platform, customize your profile, and see how Gudsy works for your nonprofit.
All US 501(c) nonprofits are in our database via IRS records. If you can't find yours, double-check the EIN or try searching by name. Still having trouble? Contact us and we'll help.
Gudsy complements your existing tools. It's your nonprofit's profile on a community-first platform — connecting you with local volunteers and supporters who are actively looking to help.
Plans start at an affordable monthly rate, plus a flat $1 per engaged supporter. Unlike other platforms, we never take a percentage of your donations.