How do I start a small non-profit organization?
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How do I start a small non-profit organization?
It will be for environmental purposes. How do I go about starting one? I will be selling my own made T-shirts and cuzies and then donating the money that is made to other larger organizations. What do I need to do?
Asked on January 3, 2013 under Business Law, Alabama
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Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
I suggest that you consult with a business attorney to create a tax exempt corporation for your purpose by filing articles of incorporation for such in your state and submitting the proper tax exempt appliction with the federal government to have the entity deemed a valid non-profit.
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