GuideStar reports are Web pages displaying information on a single nonprofit organization. Reports are found by searching the site and selecting one of the organizations on a search results page.

The amount of information available on these pages depends on each organization's participation level. The most active nonprofits provide information for their reports, upload documents, and post pictures and video.

Any nonprofit can update its nonprofit report on GuideStar for free. Here's the process:

1. Log in or register on GuideStar.
   
   
2. Learn about the GuideStar Exchange, an initiative designed to connect nonprofits with current and potential supporters. Exchange members are nonprofits that have updated their nonprofit reports to the fullest—sharing information, documentation, photos, and video with GuideStar's site visitors.
   
   
3. Click on the yellow "Update Nonprofit Report" tab at the top of the page.
   
   
4. If you do not currently have permission to update your organization's nonprofit report, enter the organization's Employer Identification Number (EIN) and click on the "Request Permission" button to apply for permission. Note: Be sure to include the hyphen in the EIN (xx-xxxxxxx). Also make sure that you complete all of the required fields and click "Send to GuideStar" on the "Review Changes" tab. You must complete all of these steps for your permissions to be reviewed and processed.
   
   
5. Your request will be approved within 24 to 48 business hours. Once it has been approved, you will receive notification from GuideStar that you may access the form to update your organization’s nonprofit report.
   
   
6. Return to the "Update Nonprofit Report" page to make updates.
   
   
7. If you are logged in, you should see your organization listed on the page. Click on your organization's name. You will be taken to a form to update your organization's report page.
   
   
8. Fill in the required fields in the form, which are indicated by red asterisks. Fields with two red asterisks are additional requirements to receive the GuideStar Exchange seal on your report page. See requirements for the GuideStar Exchange program. All approved forms receive a complimentary annual subscription to GuideStar Premium.
   
   
9. Be sure to click the "Save and Continue" button at the bottom of each page after you have added or changed information in the form.
   
   
10. Once you have completed all required fields on the form, click the "Send to GuideStar" button on the "Review Changes" page.
    
    
11. Your information will be reviewed. Once it is approved, you will receive a notification e-mail from GuideStar. Your information will be posted on GuideStar within 48 hours after you receive the e-mail.

New! GuideStar Exchange Tutorial

This video covers everything you need to know about the GuideStar Exchange, including the benefits of participating and how to get your organization listed on the Exchange.

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