WHERE TO BEGIN

Starting A Nonprofit Organization

Make a list of three (3) people that you trust completely in business and life, this could be your Board of Directors.

Organizing your dreams. First and foremost, create a mission statement. Identify your specific project in

Getting Started

When considering where to begin to form your nonprofit organization, one must first consider their own comfort level in navigating the legalities. There are many services available that will assist you in creating your entity. If you fancy yourself more of the DIY sort, we’ve assembled a few resources to set you on the path of starting your nonprofit organization.

Begin your journey with some internet research. It’s important to note that I am not an attorney or legal professional. The resources and information and suggestions shared here are based on my own experience. I strongly recommend that you dig deeper and seek feedback from industry colleagues and ALWAYS seek the advice of an attorney before beginning any business venture.

Tips for Crafting an Effective Mission Statement

• Keep it short and concise. Strive to sum up your company's mission in a few short sentiments.

• Consider your long-term goals.

• Don’t limit yourself, it’s okay to set broad objectives.

• Don’t be afraid to ask for feedback from your trusted inner circle and other trusted colleagues such as professional consultants or industry peers.

• Most importantly, don’t be afraid to change or modify your mission statement as your nonprofit grows and evolves.

For the purposes of this publication, I have assembled a few resources to get you started.

www.brytebridge.com www.legalzoom.com www.irs.gov

As with any business, there are certain nonnegotiable steps that must be taken.

First steps first. In the case of forming a nonprofit organization, you’ll need to obtain your 501(c)(3) tax identification number from the Internal Revenue Service. To learn more about the 501(c)(3) designation visit the IRS website. https://www.irs.gov/charities-andnonprofits.