Starting a Nonprofit Corporation

Follow these steps to form your own nonprofit 501(c)(3) corporation.

Here are the basic steps you'll need to take to form your nonprofit.

Learn about this alternative to forming your own nonprofit.

Does your nonprofit need the legal protection a federally registered trademark might offer?

Understand the different types of religious organizations and the steps to forming your own nonprofit.

Nonprofit corporations are entitled to grants, tax exemptions, and limited liability protection.

Not sure whether to incorporate your nonprofit? Here's some information to help you decide.

Nonprofits can expect less charitable giving and fewer charitable bequests under the TCJA.

Answers to some common questions about nonprofits.

Your nonprofit's annual filing requirements might include state renewals, fundraising reports, and tax returns.

The streamlined 1023-EZ can save small nonprofits time and money on the tax-exemption application process.

The 501(c)(3) determination letter is proof of your organization's tax-exempt status.

Learn the difference between 501(c)(3) nonprofits and 501(c)(4) social welfare organizations.

Find out what it takes to create one and how they operate.

This IRS 501(c)(3) classification has a significant impact on how a charity can operate and the rules it must follow.

If your nonprofit does not have a charitable mission and exists to serve its members, consider forming a mutual benefit corporation.

A nonprofit's bylaws provide the rules and procedures for running the organization.

Learn the basics about your nonprofit's important organizational and corporate documents: articles, bylaws, and first minutes.

Learn the basic steps that any nonprofit can take to prepare a solid and functional strategic plan.

Learn the reasons why every nonprofit should have a conflict of interest policy, and what to include in the document.