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Maryland Charitable Registration/Renewal Form:
All PTAs are required to renew annually. These forms are due by December 31st.
Membership Dues:
Each local PTA/PTSA must pay dues for each member who joins. $5.25 per member must be paid to Free State PTA. $0.50 per member must be paid to HCCPTA.
Audit/Financial Review:
Local PTAs are required to conduct an audit of the finial records at the end of each fiscal year.
Bylaws:
Bylaws must be updated at least every three (3) years. Download the latest Bylaws Template from the Free State PTA Website.
Officer Contact Information:
All PTAs are required to provide the names and addresses of Officers to Free State PTA. This can be easily completed through Givebacks. If you need assistance accessing Givebacks, please contact HCCPTA for support.
Personal Property Return:
The Personal Property Return (PPR) are required to be completed annually. Because PTAs are non-profits, there is not a filing fee. The PPR is dues by April 15th. There are penalties for filing late.
IRS 990:
PTAs are required to file the IRS 990 annually by November 15th. The type of 990 form your PTA needs to complete is based on dollar thresholds. There is a fee for filing late.
Last Updated: 24 July 2025
Insurance:
Bonding and liability insurance is required to operate in Harford County Public Schools. It is obtained through the Free State PTA authorized provider (currently AIM Insurance).
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