Starting A Non-Profit Part 1 and 2
PART 1 LEGAL REQUIREMENTS
STATE
1) File Articles of Incorporation. (read more)
2) File for state and local tax exemption. (read more)
3) Fulfill charitable solicitation law requirements. (read more)
FEDERAL
1) File for 501(c)(3) status. (read more)
2) Apply for a federal employer identification number. (read more)
3) Apply for a nonprofit mailing permit. (read more)
PART 2 ORGANIZATION AND STRUCTURAL REQUIREMENTS
1) Formulate a statement of purpose or mission statement. (read more)
2) Form a Board of Directors. (read more)
3) Develop a budget. (read more)
4) Draft bylaws. (read more)
5) Develop a record-keeping system. (read more)
6) Develop an accounting system. (read more)