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Starting a Nonprofit

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Foundation Center’s Webinar Series for Nonprofit Startup Organizations Are you considering starting a nonprofit organization, or do you already run or work for a nonprofit startup? The Foundation Center held a special five-part webinar series just for you, and now you can view all the recorded webinars
ASU Lodestar Center for Philanthropy and Nonprofit Innovation

Foundation Center- How to establish a Nonprofit

Fiscal Sponsors

Decide if there is a need to become a nonprofit organization or if you could collaborate or partner with an existing nonprofit whose mission is similar to yours. Fiscal Sponsorship is a system by which a legally recognized 501(c)(3) public charity provides sponsorship for a project that does not have its own 501(c)(3) status, thereby enabling that project to solicit and receive grants and tax-deductible contributions. Click this link to find more information about Fiscal Sponsors.

Applying for a 501(c)(3)

Internal Revenue Services Tax Exempt Organizations

Tax Information for Charities and other Nonprofits

Life Cycle of a Public Charity

990 Form

The annual Information Return that U.S. charities and other tax exempt organizations file with the IRS. The 990 form is public information and is available on the Internet, from the IRS, from the State’s Attorney General’s office or from the organization itself.

How to Read a 990 Form

How to View 990 Forms

FAQ about the 990 Form

Recommended Books:

Check for books through our Library Catalog under these subject headings:

  • Nonprofit Organizations
  • Nonprofit Organizations- Finance
  • Nonprofit Organizations- Law and Legislation
  • Nonprofit Organizations- Management

 

Nonprofit Boards and Management

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Alliance for Nonprofit Management

Free Complete Toolkit for Boards A library with a wealth of information about Boards.

Independent sector Independent Sector is the leadership forum for charities, foundations and corporate giving programs committed to advancing the common good in America and around the world.

Society for Nonprofit Organizations Since 1983, the Society has been providing nonprofit staff members, volunteers, and board members with affordable resources and information to work more effectively and efficiently towards accomplishing their mission.

Nonprofit Collaboration Resources

ASU Lodestar Board Governance Training

Recommended Books:

Check for books through our Library Catalog under these subject headings:

  • Nonprofit Organizations
  • Nonprofit Organizations- America
  • Nonprofit Organizations- Finance
  • Nonprofit Organizations- Law and Legislation
  • Nonprofit Organizations- Management

 

Fundraising

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Foundation Center Webinar: Intro to Fund Planning

Grassroots Fundraising JournalOne of the best sources of fundraising information for community-based organizations. Recent online articles are available free at their web site.

The Yuma Endowment Project (YEP) ensures the sustainability of community building. YEP’s mission is to offer its members opportunities for improving their technical skills and professional knowledge while building a valuable network of colleagues in the planned giving community.

The Yuma Community Foundation is an affiliate of the highly respected Arizona Community Foundation which has been in existence more than 32 years. Its mission is to lead, serve and collaborate. The Yuma Community Foundation secures endowment funds for Yuma County nonprofits that are administered by the Arizona Community Foundation. It is from these funds that many local nonprofit organizations benefit by receiving grants.

 

Other Useful Nonprofit Links

ASU Lodestar Center Through research, education, and outreach activities the ASU Lodestar Center for Philanthropy & Nonprofit Innovation provides knowledge and tools that enhance the effectiveness of those who govern, manage, provide programs and services, volunteer for and support nonprofit organizations.

Nonprofit Quarterly News about the Nonprofit World

Guide Star Guide Star encourages nonprofits to share information about their organizations openly and completely. Any nonprofit in their database can update its report with information about its mission, programs, leaders, goals, accomplishments, and needs—for free.
TechSoup.org TechSoup.org offers nonprofits a one-stop resource for technology needs by providing free information, resources, and support.

Network for Good Network for Good makes it as easy to donate and volunteer online as it is to shop online, and they make it simple and affordable for all nonprofits, of any size, to recruit donors and volunteers via the Internet.
Idealist Idealist is an interactive site where people and organizations can exchange resources and ideas, locate opportunities and supporters, and take steps toward building a world where all people can lead free and dignified lives.

Nonprofit Online News News on the online Nonprofit Community.

Board Source BoardSource is dedicated to advancing the public good by building exceptional nonprofit boards and inspiring board service.

Google for Nonprofits Learn how non-profits can use Google tools to promote a cause, raise money, and operate more efficiently.

Compass Point CompassPoint intensifies the impact of fellow nonprofit leaders, organizations, and networks.

Pima County Public Library Grants and Nonprofit Center The Grants and Nonprofit Information Center in the Pima County Public Library has a wealth of information with all subjects pertaining to Nonprofits and Grants.

Request for Proposal

The Yuma County Library District is requesting proposals for the purchase of mobile app, online catalog, and website system and related installation, training and support services….[Read more…]

Yuma County Updates

Visit the Yuma County Government’s website for the latest updates about coronavirus/COVID-19.

 

Visit the Greater Yuma Economic Resource Portal for information to find resources for businesses and individuals.

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