Welcome to our nonprofit startup page, we hope this helps you plan for a successful start or grow your nonprofit organization. You may also want to consult your tax attorney or accountant for additional information regarding taxes or legal issues.

• Select a business name.
• Search for a similar domain name.
• Reserve name with the state. Local license if applicable.
• You must elect a Board of Directors and elect Officers.
• Directors and officers may be the same 3 people.
• Incorporate as a nonprofit (in the state of your choice).
• Prepare And File Articles of Incorporation.
• Prepare And Adopt Bylaws.
• Prepare And Obtain EIN via IRS Form SS4.
• Obtain 501c3 tax exemption status.
• File for state tax exemption if applicable.
• Prepare And Maintain First Minutes of Your First Meeting of Board of Directors.
• Apply for postage rate discounts.
• Apply for any other state exemptions (solicitations, parking exemptions, sales tax, etc.)

On an ongoing basis, in order to maintain your good standing, most organizations will have to do the following:

• Prepare Annual Minutes.
• Prepare and File Annual Solicitation Report.
• Prepare and File Statement of Information/ Annual Report.
• Prepare and File IRS Form 990 and STATE TAX Form.

After obtaining 501c3 exemption, most, newly created organizations will be required to file Form 8734 with the IRS after five (5) years of operation.

You can also apply for the nonprofit postage rates after receiving your determination!