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Non-Profits

1.	Definition of a Non-Profit Corporation
2.	Reasons to Form a Non-Profit Corporation
3.	Comparing a Non-Profit to an LLC or Corporation
4.	Tax Exemption for Non-Profits
5.	Commercial Rights of Non-Profits
6.	Managing a Non-Profit Corporation
7.	Membership in a Non-Profit
8.	501(c)(3) Tax Exemption for Non-Profits
9.	Other Types of Non-Profits
10.	Applying for Tax Exempt Status
11.	Operating a Non-Profit Corporation
12.	Checklist for New Non-Profit Corporations

1. Definition of a Non-Profit Corporation

A non-profit corporation is a special type of corporation that has been organized to meet specific tax-exempt purposes. To qualify for non-profit status, your corporation must be formed to benefit (1) the public, (2) a specific group of individuals or (3) the membership of the non-profit.

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Examples of non-profits include: religious organizations, charitable organizations, political organizations, credit unions and membership clubs such as the Elk's Club or a country club.

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