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Many successful nonprofits have been the beneficiaries of advice from experienced SCORE mentors. These are just a few of their inspiring stories.

Starting a nonprofit is like starting any corporation, but there are a few additional steps if you plan to accept donations or apply for tax-exempt status.

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programs are more popular as companies try to build brands. Does this make sense for your business?

The goals of 501(c)(3) public charities often intersect with the desire to influence legislation (also known as lobbying). Learn how charities can lobby legally.

More people have become interested in starting nonprofits. If you have a passion for a cause, here is what to consider before you starting a nonprofit.

For many nonprofits, tax-exempt status is everything. The first step in obtaining tax exemption should be defining your nonprofit’s purpose.

Starting a nonprofit doesn’t necessarily mean you can quit your day job right away, but like any small business owner, you could eventually earn enough from your nonprofit to justify a full-time salary for you and your staff.

Without financial self-sufficiency, non-profit organizations cannot choose their direction or concentrate on their mission. This guide is about a great American institution and a powerful agent for change: the non-profit charitable organization.

Starting a non-profit can be an extremely rewarding entrepreneurial experience. A non-profit gives you the ability to give back to your community and really make a difference unlike any other industry. But starting a charity or nonprofit organization is just like starting a for-profit business. And just like starting a for-profit business, there are steps that you need to take to ensure that you are successful.  Here are some tips to consider before you start and some points on generally how to start a business.

Have a Plan and Do Your Homework

When starting a non-profit organization you

While non-profit and for-profit organizations share many similarities, there are also key differences that can doom even the best of intentions.