IRS Publication 4220
IRS Publication 4220: Applying for 501(c)(3) Tax-Exempt Status [download id=”19363″] This IRS publication answers these questions: Why apply for 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status? Who is eligible for 501(c)(3) status? What responsibilities accompany 501(c)(3) status? How do you apply for 501(c)(3) status? (ambien snappywap.com)
Why You Should Stop Relying on Grants to Fund Your Nonprofit
If you’re thinking about starting a nonprofit and the plan is to use grants alone to get it funded—think again. So many first-timers think grants are the way to go as their main funding source. Read more from Nonprofit Hub
Reinstatement of Good Standing with Corporate and Tax Regulatory Agencies for California Nonprofit Public Benefit Corporations
Staying in good standing with the state of California and the IRS is an ongoing process. This free publication from Public Counsel, Guide for Reinstatement of Good Standing with Corporate and Tax Regulatory Agencies for California Nonprofit Public Benefit Corporations both outlines what you need to do to be compliant, and offers guidance if your organization has […]
Nonprofit Startup Resources by State
Every state has different requirements for starting a nonprofit. If you are outside of California, see this comprehensive list of resources. If you are not in California, the Nonprofit Startup Map will help you find what you need. It provides links to helpful state resources such as nonprofit associations, legal support organizations and government agencies.
Social Enterprise
For profit alternatives to the traditional nonprofit corporation. In 2012 the California legislature created two new classes of corporations for businesses that seek to pursue both profit and purpose: Benefit Corporations and Flexible Purpose Corporations. Here are some articles that explain what they are and how they work: California Creates New Corporate Types that Reward […]
Fiscal Sponsorship
Fiscal sponsorship is an arrangement between a 501(c)(3) public charity and a project (that does not have that tax status) in which, typically, the charity receives and expends funds to advance the charitable work of the project while retaining discretion and control over the funds. Learn about Fiscal Sponsorship GrantSpace offers comprehensive information on all aspects […]
Unincorporated Association
Unincorporated Association. An informal group that comes together to perform some social good. Find more information here.
California Attorney General’s Guide for Charities
The Attorney General’s Guide for Charities is intended to help volunteers and others who serve as directors, officers or fundraisers for nonprofit charitable organizations. It provides practical information and answers to questions frequently asked about charities. In addition, the Guide summarizes some of the more important California laws affecting the creation and operation of nonprofit charitable corporations.
The Steps for Starting a California Nonprofit Corporation
Ready to start a nonprofit corporation in California? Download [download id=”18491″] which contains: An outline of everything that you need to do Direct links to the required forms for the Secretary of State, Franchise Tax Board, Internal Revenue Service and Attorney General
Before you start
Thinking about starting a nonprofit? This excellent post discusses myths, realities, questions, tips, warnings and the steps you need to know before starting a nonprofit. Read this thoughtful article first Don’t Do It: Don’t Start a Nonprofit, and this excellent article from Attorney’s Takagi and Chan and finally The Gentle Art of Dissuasion: Four Steps For […]
