The Rhode Island Charitable Organizations Application is an online tool created by the Rhode Island Secretary of State that helps people and organizations to register as a charitable organization in the state of Rhode Island. It is designed to help streamline the process of registering as a charity in the state and simplify the paperwork required. The application allows applicants to complete the required forms electronically, as well as submit required documents such as the Articles of Incorporation, the Bylaws, and the IRS Form 990. It also provides users with an online payment option for the filing fee. The Rhode Island Charitable Organizations Application includes several application types depending on the specific type of charity that is being registered. These include the Basic Application, the Religious Corporation Application, the Non-Profit Corporation Application, and the Charitable Trust Application. The application also allows users to submit amendments to their existing organizations, as well as update the charity's contact information and mailing address.