School:Nonprofit management
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This course will guide individuals through the process of creating a nonprofit. Nonprofit Management will also prepare them to work with members of the organization and the Board of Directors to efficiently and effectively manage the nonprofit.
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- Create a Mission Statement
- Decide on a Board of Directors.
- Decide which Committees will be necessary.
- Choose a Name for the nonprofit. [Have the board draft several names and vote]
- Write Articles of Incorporation
- Draft Bylaws
- Incorporate with Secretary of State
- Determine 501(c) status.
- Apply for a Federal EIN
- Planning Ahead (Organization Plan)
- Staff: Employees and Volunteers
- Budget
- Federal Tax Status Filing (1023 or 1024)
- Marketing and Media Relations
- Internet Presence [Webspoce]
- Advocacy and Lobbying
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Additional helpful readings include: Nonprofit Checklist
Melissadata Nonprofit Name Lookup
State Search Nonprofit Requirements
IRS Employee Identification Number Info
IRS Form 557 Describes the 501(c) process.
IRS Form 1023 501[c][3]
IRS Form 1024 other 501[c]
IRS Form 5768 (501(h) lobby election)
Center for Lobbying in the Public Incerest
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