The North Carolina Center for Nonprofits is a state association for 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations. We serve our member organizations and our state's nonprofit sector through our mission to educate, connecte, and advocate for North Carolina nonprofits. We do not offer services in helping to start a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Businesses offering those services can be found in our Business Finder directory.
Here are helpful resources for starting a nonprofit:
- How to Start a 501(c)(3) Nonprofit (Recursos similares disponibles en español)
- IRS Tax Information for Nonprofits (en español)
- National Council of Nonprofits' Five Steps
- Incorporating Your Nonprofit in North Carolina (NC Secretary of State)
- The North Carolina Nonprofit Assistance Manual (NC Pro Bono Resource Center)
- Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina (EDPNC)
- SCORE - NC Chapters
- Guide to Succeeding in the Nonprofit Sector (Zippia)
If you plan to submit your 501(c)(3) application, we invite you to join the Center and experience our Members-only benefits.
If you'd simply like to volunteer, visit our Member Directory to find nonprofits in your community and contact them directly.