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Nonprofit Group
Description: A Nonprofit Group is registered as an official 501 (3) (c) organization. This type of group is eligible for certain tax exemptions - most notably income tax - and can obtain small and large business funding as well as grants to support programs and projects. Read more about Nonprofit Groups here.

How are Nonprofit Groups organized? Typically, nonprofit organizations are corporations. Assuming your new organization will be a corporation, you should check the laws of your state covering nonprofit incorporation. You will need to draft the articles of incorporation and organizational bylaws as a first step in the incorporation process.

Nonprofits are governed by a board of directors. One of the things you should do when starting a nonprofit is to consider who will serve on your board. Check out some of the links to the left to help you out.

How do I start a Nonprofit Group? Check the Directory of Resources by State to find a state-specific Nonprofit Association. Most have samples of forms, articles of incorporation, and bylaws. If one is not listed, contact your state's Secretary of State.