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Starting a non-profit organization can be very stressful, time-consuming and requires some advance planning. We have provided the following Checklist to help you start and incorporate your non-profit.

  • Begin by defining the purpose of your organization and the problem you are going to change or correct.
  • Recruit a Board of Directors. Be sure to obtain solid commitment from all members.
  • Draft your article of incorporations and Bylaws ( the organization’s rule book)
  • File article or incorporation with your state (usually the office of the secretary of state)
  • Develop a strategic plan or operational plan outlining services to be offered
  • Develop a budget, fund development plan and record keeping system
  • File for Internal Revenue Service 501C3 federal tax exemption by submitting IRS Form 1023 and consulting Publication 557.
  • File for local and state tax exemptions
  • Obtain appropriate permits and licenses to meet state, county and municipal charitable laws.
  • Obtain employer identification number from the IRS by filing IRS from SS-4
  • Obtain necessary insurance

If you are inspired to start a non-profit let us take the stress and time out of the process by using our non-profit start-up services. Call today to schedule a consultation.

If you are an existing non-profit organization, we will meet with you to review existing programs and services and make recommendations regarding your readiness to apply for grant funds. We will advise on the types of grants that are most suitable for your organization based on your organizational capacity, needs and goals.