Once your organization is better established, with frequent fundraising events and positive cash flow, it may be time to consider hiring a local professional fundraiser.…
While many websites and YouTube videos explain the only requirement to receive grant funding is 501c3 status, the truth is that grants are much more…
Most nonprofits prefer to serve the community without considering any fees to the public. While many cannot pay, some people can pay a small fee…
The primary method of raising funds for a 501c3 nonprofit organization is through personal donations. Initially, this may fall on the shoulders of the Board…
There are many different categories of nonprofit organizations. Generally, though, the IRS classifies them into two major buckets: public charity or private foundation. The difference…
Forming a nonprofit can be a costly endeavor. State incorporation filing fees range from $8 in Kentucky to $220 in Maryland. States also have other…
A Board of Directors manages every nonprofit organization. These people, referred to as board members, trustees, or officers, volunteer their time to provide direction, guidance,…
Because every nonprofit is a legal company, it needs a name legally permissible in your state. Naming rules vary by state but generally require including…
All nonprofit organizations require a clear and specific purpose. Sometimes called a mission statement, the IRS calls it the organization’s primary purpose. This purpose guides…
