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Nonprofit Start-up: Web sites
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ABC's for Exempt OrganizationsCompiled by the IRS, this site contains a list of links to resources geared to help the manager of a new exempt organization navigate tax issues.
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Establishing a Nonprofit OrganizationA tutorial from the Foundation Center describing the twelve tasks for establishing a nonprofit organization.
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FAQs About Applying for Tax-ExemptionFrom the IRS.
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How do I start a nonprofit organization?A FAQ made available by the Foundation Center via their knowledgebase, Grant Space.
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How to Form and Operate a Nonprofit Corporation in Wisconsinhelpful step-by-step chart that is specific to forming a nonprofit in the State of Wisconsin. Created and maintained by the Funding Information Center at Marquette University.
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How to Start a NonprofitA guide from the National Council of Nonprofits
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Modest MeansThe Modest Means Program of the State Bar of Wisconsin assists people whose income is too high to qualify for free legal services, but too low to pay a lawyer’s standard rate. The Modest Means Program is run by the Lawyer Referral and Information Service at the State Bar.
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Nonprofit Annual AppealUseful for inspiration when starting a nonprofit organization, this site has the top ten winners of the ClickInk Annual Appeal.
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Pro Bono Work for Not-For-Profit OrganizationsMembers of the Wisconsin Institute of Certified Public Accountants share time and expertise in community service. Fill out a short form to request help from a CPA. This is for WI-based non-profits only.
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Start a NonprofitAn excellent site for all would-be nonprofits, by the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits. Sample bylaws and articles of incorporation are included.
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Starting A Nonprofit OrganizationThis site, maintained by the Society for Nonprofit Organizations, is an excellent overview on the subject, and the FAQs answer such questions as, Do I need a lawyer? Where can I get money to start? and When can I start soliciting donations?
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Starting a Nonprofit OrganizationA free e-book by Board Source.
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Starting Up: Nonprofit & Foundation BasicsExpert advice and clarification of terms and processes in starting a nonprofit organization. A site of Herwit & Associates, legal counsel for philanthropy and the nonprofit sector.
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Tax Information for Charitable OrganizationsFrom the IRS.
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UW Extension Nonprofit Web SitesA collection of web sites, compiled by the University of Wisconsin Extension program, about starting a nonprofit organization.
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