If you're ready to save the world, here's the book you need. Whether you want to preserve a park, rescue a school library, support the arts, or are just interested in giving back to the community, Starting & Building a Nonprofit will provide you with that essential kick start. Filled with user-friendly information, practical advice and step-by-step instructions, this book is your guide through the process of getting your nonprofit up and running. It explains how *pick the perfect name for your organization *structure a nonprofit to achieve your goals *choose a federal tax-exempt status *create a mission statement *develop a strategic plan and initial budget *launch a successful fundraising plan *recruit and manage board members and volunteers *hire and train staff *obtain necessary insurance *market your organization *and much more Starting & Building a Nonprofit goes beyond paperwork -- it addresses the big picture, showing you how to create a solvent, efficient organization that will make a real difference. All the forms you'll need are included as tear-outs and on CD-ROM.
Some great ideas, especially on how to write mission statements for a non-profit and how to market. A lot of similarities to for-profit business, but completely in different in oh-so-many ways. If you are thinking of starting up a non-profit, or are trying to improve one you've already got, this book is a good place to start.
A great Nolo book with step-by-step instructions for setting up a non-profit. Would suggest anyone interested in doing so just buy a copy of their own as it begs to be marked, tagged, and flagged as you move through the process.