Nonprofits
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Need Funding for Your School or Library?
Step-by-step guidance on everything from auctions to carnivals
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How to Form a Nonprofit Corporation
Nolo's bestselling nonprofit book walks you through formation
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Nonprofit Budget Woes?
Fundraising tips and strategies from Nolo author Ilona Bray
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Nonprofits Can Be Taxed?
Avoid taxation with guidance from Nolo's nonprofit book
Read up on nonprofit organizations, fundraising strategy, and managing volunteers, so your nonprofit corporation can stay in the business of doing good.
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Nonprofit corporations are entitled to grants, tax exemptions, and limited liability protection.
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Five Reasons to Incorporate Your Nonprofit Association
Not sure whether to incorporate your nonprofit? Here's some information to help you decide.
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How are Nonprofits Affected by the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act?
Nonprofits can expect less charitable giving and fewer charitable bequests under the TCJA.
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Answers to some common questions about nonprofits.
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What is a 501(c)(4) Social Welfare Organizations?
Learn the difference between 501(c)(3) nonprofits and 501(c)(4) social welfare organizations.
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What is An Unincorporated Nonprofit Association?
Find out what it takes to create one and how they operate.
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IRS Charity Classification: Private Foundation or Public Charity?
This IRS 501(c)(3) classification has a significant impact on how a charity can operate and the rules it must follow.
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Difference Between Membership and Nonmembership Nonprofits
In a formal membership nonprofit, the members have control over the direction of the organization.
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How to Form a Nonprofit Corporation: A 50 State Guide
Follow these steps to form your own nonprofit 501(c)(3) corporation.
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Form a Nonprofit in Eight Steps
Here are the basic steps you'll need to take to form your nonprofit.
Nonprofit Tax-Exempt Status
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Under American tax law, churches are exempt from having to pay federal, state, and local taxes.
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Could Your Nonprofit Lose Its Tax-Exempt Status?
Termination of your nonprofit's tax exemption is unlikely, but it's not impossible.
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Fundraising Registration: An Overview
Most states require nonprofits to register before soliciting contributions from state residents.
Managing Your Nonprofit
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What Governance Policies Should Your Nonprofit Have?
While not required by the IRS, every nonprofit should consider adopting governance policies.
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What Happens If a Nonprofit Fails to Pay Payroll Taxes
Many nonprofits don't pay their payroll taxes and risk serious consequences with the IRS.
Dissolving a 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Corporation
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How to Dissolve a Nonprofit Corporation in California
Find out how to go about dissolving a nonprofit corporation in your California.
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How to Dissolve a Nonprofit Corporation in Texas
Find out how to go about dissolving a nonprofit corporation in your Texas.
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How to Dissolve a Nonprofit Corporation in Florida
Find out how to go about dissolving a nonprofit corporation in your Florida.
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