How to Start a Nonprofit in the USA 501(c)(3) [Step by Step]

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  • Опубликовано: 19 янв 2025

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  • @Yvooria
    @Yvooria 4 года назад +15

    Caution... The FEIN process that he briefly demonstrates doesn't select the appropriate items for a nonprofit entity. He indicates "sole proprietorship" which does correlate with what he said at the beginning of the video ("you are the owner") but which is not an accurate reflection of nonprofit entities, which are not owned by anyone, by definition. The correct selection is "View Additional Types, Including Tax-Exempt and Governmental Organizations. . . "... etc. {from an attorney specializing in tax exempt entities}

  • @JerriahMarie
    @JerriahMarie 3 года назад +29

    OMG YOU ARE A LIFESAVER! I've been struggling trying to figure out the legal aspects of starting my nonprofit organization and I just want to speak for every viewer when I say THANK YOU! This video was so insightful.

  • @oscarlechuga24
    @oscarlechuga24 3 года назад +2

    Thank you! Great content. EIN stands for Employer Identification Number (not employee).

  • @MsDee-ok8ej
    @MsDee-ok8ej 4 года назад +19

    Excellent video! Straight to the point and loaded with valuable information. Thank you, thank you, thank you!

  • @kingdomdevelopment2774
    @kingdomdevelopment2774 4 года назад +6

    This is fantastic. I have been going back and forth on whether or not to go through the process of registering as a non-profit but this video has truly helped motivate me. Thanks man. This is great!

  • @missnene8339
    @missnene8339 Год назад +1

    This was extremely helpful. Texas Cert & Formation is only $25, but they will charge you a dollar for searching your name.

  • @JadetheGoober
    @JadetheGoober 4 года назад +9

    God bless all your non-profit organizations! Help many people and show love!

  • @AE-wi5fh
    @AE-wi5fh 3 года назад

    From IRS website. Some non profits are not required to file 1023
    The following types of organizations are not required to file Form 1023 for recognition of exemption under Internal Revenue Code section 501(c)(3):
    Churches, including synagogues, temples and mosques.
    Integrated auxiliaries of churches and conventions or associations of churches.
    Any organization (other than a private foundation) that has gross receipts in each taxable year of normally not more than $5,000.

  • @courtnrysalamone7677
    @courtnrysalamone7677 3 года назад +1

    This is super helpful, I wanna protect my nonprofit from legal issues and had no idea where to start on regards of a 5013c. Now I just have to pull funds together to get everything up and running to start, im feeling very optimistic now

  • @catmitchell2962
    @catmitchell2962 4 года назад +10

    You are a real gem! This helps so many people in helping themselves to get started. I love when people educate themselves;it adds value to their journey in their own business! 💙

  • @RexPierce-k9f
    @RexPierce-k9f Год назад

    This is a great overview for starting a non-profit. I've started a few NPs, and I wish I'd seen this before.

  • @Dio27Dipre
    @Dio27Dipre 4 года назад +9

    This is really amazing information. I took a whole lot of notes. Thank you for taking the time......

  • @petersosi3926
    @petersosi3926 8 месяцев назад +1

    Excellent presentation!

  • @chrisnicula6256
    @chrisnicula6256 3 года назад +1

    Board directors can be paid for services rendered as long as those services are outside the scope of governance and oversight and don't contain conflicts of interest. It is common in the early stages of a non-profit for directors to wear many hats including those of the employed roles of the non-profit. In such a case the director performing the role would be voted to do that role by the other directors excluding his/herself as a voter. compensation for the service to be voted on the same way. example: the founding director, typically the executive director is voted to be the delivery driver for the non-profit and would include an industry delivery driver equivalent compensation of let's say $17/hr. This is totally acceptable. Of course solid record keeping and a lack of conflict of interest is highly recommended. The director to be voted for cannot be a voter on the matter nor can he/she vote on compensation. Also best to document why the decision was made. This is a basic example, do your own research.

  • @Cure4theSoulInc
    @Cure4theSoulInc 4 года назад +4

    Thank you for your help with the 501(c)(3) portion. That's the part I really need assistance with.

  • @PedroHernandez-qz9nv
    @PedroHernandez-qz9nv 4 года назад +5

    Very good presentation. You are a very talented
    communicator. Thank you!

  • @morenike41
    @morenike41 4 года назад +5

    Thank you so much! A great a simple video for overwhelming idea (non-profit), BOD, ideas etc....
    I have been looking into Fiverr and other business etc.

  • @chinyerenwonye6965
    @chinyerenwonye6965 4 года назад +2

    Not only was this incredibly detailed and useful, but it was explained with such clarity and enthusiasm that I feel even more invigorated to launch my nonprofit. I will definitely continue using Wild Apricot as both a resource and I will likely consider them for future services.

  • @burtonh1
    @burtonh1 4 года назад +1

    "You may not distribute any of the income you make from the non-profit." What is the difference between distributing any income and paying exorbitant salaries?

  • @nefertitikmb4091
    @nefertitikmb4091 5 лет назад +23

    Heyyyyy!...This is an Awesome Video and much appreciated!...I love the Presenter's cool and Non-chalant vibe about it all!...Lol!...His energy really helped me take a Chill pill and enjoy learning about the whole process instead of being stressed out about it!...Thanks!...and Subcribed!...Hope that you will make more video's concerning this topic cause YOU ARE THE BEST!... :)

    • @majesticwonder
      @majesticwonder 4 года назад +1

      He was very calm...like piece of cake 😩🤯😣

    • @terrymation
      @terrymation 3 года назад

      The presenter is such a cool guy!

  • @Travel_fulltime
    @Travel_fulltime 4 года назад +7

    That was awesome! You explained everything flawlessly! Can’t wait to start!

    • @ShannonOnDemand
      @ShannonOnDemand 3 года назад

      It was really great content. I wish you nothing but success when starting your nonprofit.

  • @bloodyhands
    @bloodyhands Год назад

    Don't forget about a Domain name (Website) and Trademark (USPTO) for your Nonprotif before you get too excited about a name. You need to make sure its not already taken by someone else.

  • @pmp96lau
    @pmp96lau 4 года назад +3

    Great video, love the delivery and the info

  • @HC-ww1vr
    @HC-ww1vr 2 года назад

    Great video and thank you so much for sampling the process specially for a non US people. Thank YOU

  • @prajeema
    @prajeema Год назад

    Can a non-US citizen be an initial director for a US nonprofit in New York state and still get tax-exempt status?

  • @Surferchicusa
    @Surferchicusa Год назад +1

    so it seems to me that there is a LOT of jumping the gun. This is supposed to be about SETTING UP a nonprofit from the beginning, and yet you're stating that any donations or other gifts should be listed. How can there be any gifts or donations when the Articles of Incorporation haven't yet been filed, and the corporation isn't yet a FUNCTIONING 501(c)3 ?

  • @jonlehman2812
    @jonlehman2812 4 года назад +3

    Excellent job producing this educational video. You made it much easier to understand!

  • @willwalsh9657
    @willwalsh9657 4 года назад +1

    Great information. I have a need and plan to start a non-profit, but can't afford the fees. Great.

    • @courtnrysalamone7677
      @courtnrysalamone7677 3 года назад

      Yeah thats my problem, i want to start a nonprofit for assistance caring for pets like food banks and stuff but i definately dont have a couple hundred to drop on it. I think i may try a gofundme for the startup and see if i can do that. If youre still looking to start up maybe try a gofundme account if you havent already

  • @apgaengwa
    @apgaengwa 4 года назад +2

    Very condensed, very useful. That's a lot in 15min and a lot of useful links. Thank you very much

  • @levimalone4433
    @levimalone4433 4 года назад +1

    Is it the same process if it will be international?

  • @tracycreer5895
    @tracycreer5895 5 лет назад +8

    Wow, great video! Explanation is very thorough.

  • @ColinoDeani
    @ColinoDeani 10 месяцев назад

    Thanks for the details on the 1023.. This is great info.. well done!

  • @botbeats1
    @botbeats1 3 года назад +2

    This is how a video should be done! Great Job

  • @jurywang9562
    @jurywang9562 3 года назад +1

    This is really useful info guide for non-profit organizations! Let's help more people in the world!!

  • @loladavies7632
    @loladavies7632 4 года назад +6

    I love this. Please do you help with filing out the forms?. I register the organization already but needs help with rest.

  • @kumalove1380
    @kumalove1380 4 года назад +5

    Thank you so much for posting this! So much great info simplified for us first timers. You're amazing for doing this!

  • @ricksivley7047
    @ricksivley7047 3 года назад

    Very good presentation however I have a few small questions that I feel like you have quick easy answers to.
    1. Am I limited to a nonprofit only in the United States because I'm wanting to be based out of the United States but help needy people through gospel missions in Southeast Asia and most specifically the Philippines.
    2. How long from beginning to end does it typically take to set up all the paperwork to get the green light to start?
    3. How much money from start to finish will it cost to go through the process?
    4. Eventually once I get a track record I will be most likely receiving from churches, friends and family members however in the beginning I will self fund my own personal monetary donations
    So is that okay with a 501 c3 and obviously I would think I would be able to use my own donations as a personal tax write-off correct? Btw, I'm now helping people in the Philippines with my own money however since I don't have a nonprofit or going through a non-profit organization it's just money that I'm sending that I cannot use later as my own personal tax write-off.
    Thank you very much for considering and answering these questions because so far I haven't been able to find these answers on the internet but you're very knowledgeable about the subject so I'm hoping you can give me some feedback. Thank you very much again

  • @kde5fan737
    @kde5fan737 5 лет назад +2

    Thank you for making this video. It would have spent a long time reading to fine out all this info, and I would probably missed a lot of it b/c it's kind of "dry".. SO I think you again and wish you well!

  • @PatriotHomeImprovement
    @PatriotHomeImprovement 2 года назад

    You should promote 508(c)(1)(a) also (Faith based Organization). 501(c)3 still has to follow mandates etc. It is completely tax exempt and has 100% freedom of speech etc...

  • @jenkinsmonica7810
    @jenkinsmonica7810 4 года назад +5

    Thank you very Much. This was such a clean and clear video.

  • @jdtools6038
    @jdtools6038 2 года назад

    Was curious about donations? and do people make a living on non profit? while still helping the community?

  • @JadetheGoober
    @JadetheGoober 4 года назад +1

    I have never heard of volunteer match and i was blessed today with this knowledge. Alhamdulillah

  • @awagueye2369
    @awagueye2369 2 года назад

    Hi,
    I have an overseas organization is this the same process? Thank you

  • @ayeshaashiq
    @ayeshaashiq 2 года назад

    thank you so much for posting this video! Exceptional, informative, indeed all a nonprofit organization starter need. It is great! thank you again.

  • @eve.explore
    @eve.explore 4 года назад

    California 501 (c)3 #4 purpose statement. i am confused about public purpose, charitable purposes or both? what is the difference?

  • @monicag.8969
    @monicag.8969 4 года назад +4

    I am surprised with this video! You really helped me!

  • @christopherbaiza
    @christopherbaiza 3 года назад +2

    Specific, clear, and concise - Nice job and very useful information !

  • @sidewaysrain7609
    @sidewaysrain7609 3 года назад +1

    Actually the process is ridiculously simple and money can be spent on salaries for board members staff etc.

  • @zzzacupuncture3546
    @zzzacupuncture3546 2 года назад

    Thank you for share, how to open the yoga or Healing retreat as nonprofit in CA ? Any experienced pls share.

  • @Sparkle2122
    @Sparkle2122 2 года назад

    Great Video!!!!! Very Helpful!!!! Thank you! I just verified my non profit name with my state and someone already has it. When i do find a name that is open, if my organizaotion grows to the point where I can operate nationwide, do I need to verify someone in another state isn't also operating with the same name?

  • @axelfoleyt
    @axelfoleyt 3 года назад +2

    You most definitely do not need a board to file for non-for profit. You don’t need them to use the standard buy was available. All of this can be done after incorporation of course. Not good advice.

    • @GloryBeToGodForever
      @GloryBeToGodForever 3 года назад

      @Axis Of Energy
      Hi. Do you mean I can file for a non-profit without the need of having Board of Directors? Did not quite understand your comment. *God* bless.

  • @eliakimbenishchayil
    @eliakimbenishchayil 3 года назад

    How many people should be on your board of directors?

  • @katellerd773
    @katellerd773 3 года назад

    Terry Your videos are amazing. I am trying to start a nonprofit and this was so very helpful. I look forward to checking out more of your content. I appreciate you.

  • @eeea3664
    @eeea3664 2 года назад

    Great video! Is there anyway we can pay you to help our Church

  • @delgadomeljar
    @delgadomeljar 3 года назад

    How can I just do the Article of incorporation..I have the other form just need the article to open a bank account for the church.can I just do that

  • @erikbrown8688
    @erikbrown8688 3 года назад

    Do you help to set them up

  • @rebeccafernando9657
    @rebeccafernando9657 2 года назад

    how do you pay employees and your self if everything has to be recycled back

  • @rogerwilliams4742
    @rogerwilliams4742 4 года назад +2

    Awesome explanations and information! Greatly appreciated!!

  • @ValentineEvents
    @ValentineEvents 3 года назад

    If you have a family non profit i understand majority must be unrelated to have a quorum. I believe that the President ,family member, not mínate her husband as treasurer. He was voted by majority unrelated members. However i feel it’s a conflict of interests and objected. Can you help? FYI we don’t have a conflict of interest document or in the bylaws.

  • @JoaquimRamospraia
    @JoaquimRamospraia 4 года назад +2

    Great job on explain the process, i will get a try

  • @MrGS53
    @MrGS53 2 года назад

    Thank you for your time

  • @estermarais6658
    @estermarais6658 2 года назад

    thank you this information is very helpful and straight to the point

  • @purposetofunctionproductio564
    @purposetofunctionproductio564 2 года назад

    how about a 508c1a???

  • @Sparkle2122
    @Sparkle2122 2 года назад

    And thanks for all the linnks! you are so awesome!

  • @SamuelIBrugger
    @SamuelIBrugger 2 года назад

    Maybe a silly question. Is There a worldwide alternative or should I look to get it online cause I am not an US citicen, I don't even have a visa but I have an NGO and to apply for funds many ask for this 501c3.
    Thanks for any answer for this silly question. 🤗

  • @ItsJustChan70
    @ItsJustChan70 2 года назад

    Is it possible to have an LLC and nonprofit status at the same time? My preference is the nonprofit however I file an LLC how easy is it to correct if I did it wrong?

    • @NicoleMatthew66
      @NicoleMatthew66 Год назад

      It is possible to have both an LLC and a non-profit status, but the two are separate legal entities. An LLC is a business structure that offers limited liability protection to its owners, while a non-profit organization is a tax-exempt entity that exists for charitable, educational, or other public purposes. It's best to consult with a legal and/or tax professional to determine the most appropriate structure for your organization. Is there a specific reason why you want to have both an LLC and a non-profit status?

  • @Jonesy795
    @Jonesy795 3 года назад +1

    This was a great and resourceful video. Thank you so much! Super helpful!

  • @decaprio7421
    @decaprio7421 3 года назад

    Is it necessary to hire people, including board of director? I know they don't cost money but I can figure out ways to do this on my own or 1, 2 others to just give.

  • @samuelcavalheiro28
    @samuelcavalheiro28 3 года назад

    How can I do it well being a foreigner?

  • @letstalksuccess580
    @letstalksuccess580 3 года назад +1

    You are amazing !!! Great information. Thank you

  • @vsubhuti
    @vsubhuti 2 года назад

    please tell us how to upload non profit documents on irs website .

  • @angelopilato4305
    @angelopilato4305 4 года назад +2

    thank you vary helpful

  • @figgiefigueroa8603
    @figgiefigueroa8603 2 года назад

    Can my family members by my board?
    Or I can be the only member?

  • @jerryfilmore5267
    @jerryfilmore5267 4 года назад

    Great video very informative I highly recommend

  • @truecorbinfan
    @truecorbinfan 4 года назад +26

    This is really amazing information. I took a whole lot of notes. Thank you for taking the time.

    • @dayshaunraymond7096
      @dayshaunraymond7096 4 года назад +1

      Any success ?

    • @truecorbinfan
      @truecorbinfan 4 года назад +1

      Dayshaun Raymond still haven’t moved forward with this yet lol!!!!

    • @ShannonOnDemand
      @ShannonOnDemand 3 года назад

      @@truecorbinfan Why haven't you moved forward yet? You are missing out on grant opportunities, great fundraising opportunities and also doing great work for your community. Do you have any additional questions?

    • @truecorbinfan
      @truecorbinfan 3 года назад

      @@ShannonOnDemand life happened. I will get back to it in due time!

    • @ShannonOnDemand
      @ShannonOnDemand 3 года назад

      @@truecorbinfan I totally get it!!! May God bless your efforts with much success!!!!

  • @nanagyambibi7426
    @nanagyambibi7426 4 года назад +2

    Is it possible to start a non profit with my family members as my board? It was an idea we thought of while eating Christmas dinner and I would like them to be my board.

    • @rahco.9727
      @rahco.9727 3 года назад

      I believe they must be non-related.

  • @JuanCarlosBerberenaGonzalez
    @JuanCarlosBerberenaGonzalez 3 года назад

    Hello, EIN for Non Profit is not under "sole propietorship". Right or Not?

  • @gardiniahan251
    @gardiniahan251 5 лет назад +3

    Step No. 5 is to obtain an "employer" ID number, not an "employee" ID number. I am sure that this is just a little typo. Otherwise, this is a great presentation.

  • @paulohumaita3893
    @paulohumaita3893 Год назад

    Is that possible for a foreigner living in South America to open a non-profit 501(c)(3) in the US?

  • @glassgal1877
    @glassgal1877 2 года назад

    I want to start a Nonprofit in another country but I want to be able to provide a deductible tax form for private donors in USA, do you know if I need to start a Nonprofit In USA ?

  • @theactorsrenaissancetheatr7892
    @theactorsrenaissancetheatr7892 3 года назад +2

    Awesome Information! Great Job!

  • @tigistgeberehiwot8960
    @tigistgeberehiwot8960 3 года назад

    Hi thank you for the info 🙏but question though do you have to have a board member?

  • @mariojean-louis8116
    @mariojean-louis8116 4 года назад

    Thank you for the video! It is very informative. What if I have 2 members on the board who live outside of the united states. There are no provisions on the form to indicate the country.

  • @hosoiarchives4858
    @hosoiarchives4858 3 года назад

    If you start a non profit can you pay yourself as an employee?

  • @rachitjoshi23
    @rachitjoshi23 2 года назад

    Can the non US citizen also start the NGO ???

  • @danzarlengo7127
    @danzarlengo7127 4 года назад +2

    Great info - thanks!

  • @deshawngaines6352
    @deshawngaines6352 2 года назад

    So if i wanted to hire teachers in my non-profit i couldnt pay them?

  • @frasersi
    @frasersi 3 года назад +1

    Thank you!

  • @gopplergoppler8827
    @gopplergoppler8827 2 года назад

    how do I start a church for my religion in which disavows paperwork/forms and deems them sinful?

  • @NJ-ds4ft
    @NJ-ds4ft 4 года назад +2

    This is a gift. Thank you.

  • @DogEcology
    @DogEcology Год назад

    I’m starting my nonprofit, I haven’t gotten any donations yet, if I apply with the form 1023 by being a public charity, IS IT A HIGH CHANCE FOR THIS APPLICATION REQUEST FOR THE 501c3 determination BEING DENIED?? Or is it easy to be recognized and approved?

  • @magicalpatterns
    @magicalpatterns 4 года назад +1

    I also heard about a fiscal organization, do you know anything about this? Thank you 🙏🏼

  • @rebeccagonzalez5864
    @rebeccagonzalez5864 4 года назад +7

    Very informative - Thank you.. had to rewind a couple times though, went by very quickly. lol

  • @catalinaarca653
    @catalinaarca653 4 года назад

    Can you set up a non profit organization here is USA but the main purpose is to support or donate to a foreign Alma Mater?
    Donations from alumni or other people here in USA will be sent to a foreign school. Is that possible?

  • @melodythompson7755
    @melodythompson7755 3 года назад

    I don't know who to call or write . Concerning a person who has been using a nonprofit in a criminal way.

  • @dog3213
    @dog3213 2 года назад

    Could somebody please let me know IF a nonprofit after I get the step 5 (( the EIN)) And I’m ready for The Form 1023EZ, My question is, someone Please 🙏Advise me: EVEN WITHOUT ANY RECEIPTS NOR TAXES FILED FOR PAST YEARS just because no activities Made YET,
    WOULD IT still have a good chance to be APPROVED??
    because basically my nonprofit is in the start of it, and mostly of its activities will start AFTER I receive the Determination letter approval and then the first donations, so we will start the activities,

  • @ingridmarin3153
    @ingridmarin3153 4 года назад +2

    can a member of the board be less than 18 years old?

  • @chido77
    @chido77 3 года назад

    I am a florida resident and I want to start a non profit based out of Mexico working with artisans from Mexico, is this possible?

  • @twilalove3886
    @twilalove3886 3 года назад

    Thank you for being detailed!

  • @mariajackson2570
    @mariajackson2570 3 года назад

    Great information! Thank you so much