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In this video, I walk you through the exact steps to start a nonprofit in the USA from scratch. I also cover what you’re required to include in your bylaws, tips when filling out Form 1023, and how much the whole process will cost you. Plus, in the end, I explain what you need to do to maintain ongoing compliance.

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Video Overview 0:00

1: Benefits of starting a nonprofit: 0:41
2: Registering your nonprofit’s name: 2:12
3: Appointing your board of directors: 2:43
4: Creating Bylaws: 3:53
5: Filing your Articles of Incorporation: 5:05
6: Getting your Employee Identification Number (EIN): 6:54
7: Applying for TaxExempt Status with the IRS (Form 1023): 8:08
8: Maintaining ongoing compliance (Form 990): 14:32

IRS Form Links:
✔Employee Identification Number Registration: https://www.irs.gov/businesses/small...
✔Applying for TaxExempt Status Overview and Links: https://www.irs.gov/charitiesnonpro...
✔Form 1023: https://www.irs.gov/pub/irspdf/f1023...
✔Form 1023EZ: https://www.irs.gov/pub/irspdf/i1023...
✔Form 990: https://www.irs.gov/pub/irspdf/f990.pdf

Other Resources Mentioned in the Video:
✔Full Guide on How to Start a Nonprofit from Scratch (including where to find free computer equipment, cheap office space, etc.): https://bit.ly/2QT54XH
✔Find your State Office:http://www.statelocalgov.net/
✔Find your State Association: https://www.councilofnonprofits.org/f...
✔Legal Resources for Nonprofits: https://www.nolo.com/
✔Where to Find Volunteer Board Members and Volunteers: https://www.volunteermatch.org/
✔Nonprofit Bylaws Help: https://nonprofitally.com/startanon...
✔Form 1023 Help: https://form1023.org/

Best of luck starting your nonprofit!

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