Nonprofits
See how your mission can thrive as a nonprofit. Get tips on starting and structuring your organization, filing annual reports, and more.
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How to Start a Nonprofit in Florida
Forming a nonprofit organization in Florida can be a complex and time-consuming process. Learn the procedures for forming a nonprofit and securing both state and federal tax-exempt status.
· 4 min read
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What Is a 501(c)(6)?
Charitable organizations are probably the best known of the IRS's 501(c) tax-exempt statuses, but entities such as business leagues and professional associations may qualify for tax-exempt status despite not having a charitable purpose.
· 3 min read
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How to Start a Nonprofit
Starting a successful nonprofit requires a clear mission, doing your research, and preparing a solid business plan.
· 15 min read
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What Is an L3C? (Low-Profit Limited Liability Company)
Forming an L3C may be a good alternative to forming a nonprofit, but carefully consider its risks and limitations, and be sure the L3C structure is available in your state.
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Rules for Accepting Donations as a Nonprofit Organization
Ensuring that contributions to your nonprofit qualify as 501(c)(3) donations is essential. Know your charitable purpose, stick to it, and offer complete written acknowledgments to keep those gifts coming.
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What Are the Duties of a Nonprofit President?
The duties, responsibilities, and salary of a nonprofit president differ in some important ways from the head of a for-profit entity.
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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.
· 4 min read
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Advantages and Disadvantages of Nonprofit Status
Nonprofit organizations with tax-exempt status are big business in the U.S. In 2021, 1.9 million tax-exempt organizations were employing around 12 million people—about the same as the manufacturing sector at the time. The nonprofit sector is unique in that it is composed of organizations pursuing a vast range of different activities and goals, from universities and hospitals to religious organizations and charitable organizations.
· 10 min read
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How to Start a Nonprofit in Ohio
Forming an Ohio nonprofit organization is a complex process. Be sure you know the procedures for forming a nonprofit, and for securing both state and federal tax exemptions.
· 5 min read
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How to Start a Nonprofit in Pennsylvania
Setting up a Pennsylvania nonprofit organization can be a complex and time-consuming process. Learn the procedures for forming a nonprofit and securing state and federal tax-exempt status.
· 4 min read