Top Ten Tips to Shorten the Tax-Exempt Application Process details important steps in correctly and fully completing the IRS's application for tax-exempt status--particularly being sure to include all the documents and schedules requested for consideration. (IRS)
The North Carolina Center for Nonprofits went through the process to select and contract with an expert practitioner on equity, diversity, and inclusion to facilitate our organization's internal equity work.
Staff who are not in leadership positions sometimes ask how they can initiate discussions about racial equity. Sometimes, organizations' leaders say they want to but don’t have any funds. You don’t have to be the boss or spend a lot of money to illustrate your commitment to beginning this important work. There are many free or low cost resources out there.
Jeanne Canina Tedrow, President & CEO, North Carolina Center for Nonprofits
Happy New Year – 2019!
Jeanne Canina Tedrow, President & CEO, North Carolina Center for Nonprofits
Four resources to help you with federal and state funding opportunities.
Even with a clear fundraising plan in place, nonprofits sometimes can find themselves temporarily short of cash, due to unforeseen circumstances like disasters or delays in payments. The Foundation Center does not provide grants, recommend specific funders, or approach them on your behalf, but they can point you to resources to find possible funders and useful advice. (Grantspace)
Find answers to your questions about Charitable Solicitation License (CSL), who needs it, and how to apply.
Basic licensing information:
Nonprofit Board Orientation Checklist - This checklist is a general outline to guide the orientation of new board members. Your organization should modify it as you see fit to ensure that all new board members are provided with the information necessary to fulfill their responsibilities. (BoardSource, 2016)
Planning to start an endowment? Read this series of articles by Kim Klein for Grassroots Fundraising Journal to find answers to your questions about whether it is appropriate for your situation and how to best go about establishing an endowment.