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 Michigan
Forming a Michigan nonprofit organization is a complex process. Be sure you know the procedures for forming a nonprofit, and for securing state and federal tax exemptions.
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Fiduciary Responsibility of a Nonprofit Board
In addition to the responsibility to act ethically, there are three main fiduciary duties board members must comply with.
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Nonprofit Bylaws: Pitfalls Your Nonprofit Should Avoid
Creating good and effective bylaws for a nonprofit organization is not easy. Learn some of the pitfalls to avoid when creating your nonprofit corporation bylaws.
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Choosing a Type of Nonprofit Organization
Choosing the right type of nonprofit organization to start can be tricky. This guide to the various types of nonprofits can help you make a more informed decision about which organizational structure may be right for you.
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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 section.
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Advantages of Turning Your Business into a Public Benefit Corporation
Socially conscious companies have several options when it comes to choosing a business structure.
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Best Practices for Writing Nonprofit Bylaws
Guidelines for writing effective and useful nonprofit bylaws are dictated by state and federal law, your nonprofit's articles of incorporation, and common sense.
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How to Start a Nonprofit in Texas
It is a complicated and lengthy process to form a Texas nonprofit organization. It's important to know the procedures for forming a nonprofit and securing both state and federal tax exemptions.
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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 the past year and thank those who helped you get there.
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Nonprofits: Unincorporated vs. Incorporated
If you've formed an unincorporated association for the purpose of doing public good, incorporating as a nonprofit corporation or applying for IRS tax-exempt status might be a good idea.
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