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Formation Process

What are the main steps to creating a nonprofit?

The process includes: choosing a name and purpose, filing Articles of Incorporation, drafting bylaws, holding your first board meeting, applying for an EIN, filing for 501(c)(3) tax exemption, and registering for state charity compliance if fundraising.

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