Damon Posted June 28, 2021 Share Posted June 28, 2021 I would like to one day start a non-profit with some friends, to help raise money for my community and other local areas. I heard in order to really do anything, you gotta establish a non-profit, but you have to establish an LLC too or something? I think it would be a great way to help the community, but want to do it 100% legit and legal. And I want to make sure donations are shown. I'd like to show what donations are used for too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Posted June 28, 2021 Share Posted June 28, 2021 Sounds like you are talking about a 501 (c)(3). I have never started one before so have no experience with it but the IRS has a great write up on how to get this done. https://www.irs.gov/charities-non-profits/charitable-organizations 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mila Posted July 1, 2021 Share Posted July 1, 2021 I think it is a matter of pitching the concept and getting approved for it. If you do it on a smaller scale, you don't need a license but if you want a functioning team with a building to operate out of and you plan on taking in a lot of money for donations, you will need the license and approval from your county/district. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scarlett Posted July 18, 2021 Share Posted July 18, 2021 I always wondered about these. When I was growing up I said I wanted to start a no-kill pet shelter and I know those places heavily rely on donations and support from their community. Interesting stuff! I will have to learn more about this myself if I ever decide to get one up and running! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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