Nonprofits
See how your mission can thrive as a nonprofit. Get tips on starting and structuring your organization, filing annual reports, and more.
How to Start a Nonprofit in California
Forming a nonprofit organization in California is a complex process. Be sure you know the procedures for forming a nonprofit and securing tax-exempt…
Maintaining Tax Exempt Status in a Nonprofit
Keep your tax-exempt status up to date and in compliance, so you can get on with the business you really care about.
Structuring Your Nonprofit: the Differences Between Incorporation and LLC
Founders of small nonprofits are increasingly turning to LLC business structures rather than incorporating. Here's why it makes sense—and how to do…
10 Tips for Starting a Nonprofit Business
If you want to start a nonprofit, you'll need to research and fine-tune your idea, get feedback from the right sources, and take concrete steps to…
How Do I Get Started with My Nonprofit Application?
Starting a nonprofit can seem like a long and complicated process, and indeed, some of the steps involved in starting and running a nonprofit…
What Are the Duties of a Nonprofit President?
If you want to head up a nonprofit corporation, know that you'll have some serious added responsibilities. It's a rewarding role—but a real challenge…
Unincorporated Nonprofit Association vs. Nonprofit Corporation
If you've formed an unincorporated association for the purpose of doing public good, incorporating as a nonprofit corporation or applying for IRS tax…
How to Write a Nonprofit Business Plan
While a nonprofit business plan is similar to that of a for-profit company, it has a few important differences, including the need for a fundraising…
Filing a Nonprofit Annual Report for Your Organization
Although a nonprofit organization is not required to file annual reports, the document can be an effective tool to showcase your achievements during…
How to Start a Nonprofit
Starting a successful nonprofit requires a clear mission, doing your research, and preparing a solid business plan.