Hundreds of non-profits across the metroplex are gearing up for one of the most critical fundraising campaigns of the year, North Texas Giving Day.

With non-profits going through such a hard stretch, now is the time to give what you can to non-profit organizations that can help benefit the community.

Meals on Wheels brings food to elderly people from the Hardin and Jefferson counties.

Texas Baptist Men's mission in helping people affected by tragedy goes back to the 1960s.

The Women's Fund of Smith County awarded seven grants to seven East Texas nonprofit organizations totaling $369,320 during its 2023 Grants Announcement Event at Hollytree Country Club on Thursday.

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Ida made landfall Sunday morning in Louisiana as an extremely dangerous Category 4 hurricane.

A non-profit that gives free school supplies to teachers all across Central Texas is holding on by a thread.

On Feb. 17, the Center for Nonprofits & Philanthropy at the Bush School held a moderated panel discussion led by Dr. Angela Seaworth titled “Funding Texas Nonprofits: How Foundations are Supporting Nonprofits in our Changing Environment.”

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In this video, I walk you through the exact steps to start a nonprofit in the USA from scratch. I also cover what you’re required to include in your bylaws, tips when filling out Form 1023, and how much the whole process will cost you. Plus, in the end, I explain what you need to do to maintain ongoing compliance.

Jump to a specific step by clicking on the timestamp:

Video Overview 0:00

1: Benefits of starting a nonprofit: 0:41
2: Registering your nonprofit’s name: 2:12
3: Appointing your board of directors: 2:43
4: Creating Bylaws: 3:53
5: Filing your Articles of Incorporation: 5:05
6: Getting your Employee Identification Number (EIN): 6:54
7: Applying for Tax-Exempt Status with the IRS (Form 1023): 8:08
8: Maintaining ongoing compliance (Form 990): 14:32

IRS Form Links:
✔️Employee Identification Number Registration: https://www.irs.gov/businesses..../small-businesses-se
✔️Applying for Tax-Exempt Status Overview and Links: https://www.irs.gov/charities-....non-profits/applying
✔️Form 1023: https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/f1023.pdf
✔️Form 1023-EZ: https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/i1023ez.pdf
✔️Form 990: https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/f990.pdf

Other Resources Mentioned in the Video:
✔️Full Guide on How to Start a Nonprofit from Scratch (including where to find free computer equipment, cheap office space, etc.): https://bit.ly/2QT54XH
✔️Find your State Office:http://www.statelocalgov.net/
✔️Find your State Association: https://www.councilofnonprofit....s.org/find-your-stat
✔️Legal Resources for Nonprofits: https://www.nolo.com/
✔️Where to Find Volunteer Board Members and Volunteers: https://www.volunteermatch.org/
✔️Nonprofit Bylaws Help: https://nonprofitally.com/star....t-a-nonprofit/nonpro
✔️Form 1023 Help: https://form1023.org/

Best of luck starting your nonprofit!

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During this National Volunteer Month, numerous organizations have volunteer opportunities virtually or in-person for those who feel comfortable.

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"The One" is a Junior League of Beaumont program that offers grant money to a different non-profit group each year.

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East Texas non-profit offering free lunch to children asking for donations to finish out summer

95-year-old Mary Green and her full-time caretaker say they were grateful to get a brand new ramp at no cost, and its one of several needed repairs on her home.

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The Beaumont Civic Center was full of taste testers.

A North Texas-based nonprofit group that helps re-settle Ukrainian refugees is making a more permanent home in Romania. https://www.fox4news.com/news/....servinghim-hospital-

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Starting a nonprofit organization or thinking about it? Here are a few things you should do first to make sure you’re successful and can make a BIG impact! #Nonprofit #Entrepreneurship #SocialEnterprise

I now work full time for the 501c3 nonprofit I started many years ago and love seeing the social impact we make in our community as we grow. I get asked often about my experience starting a nonprofit and how others can start a charitable organization themselves. There is a lot that goes into it - from creating a business plan and fundraising strategy to measuring outcomes - and you’ll be better off if you start on some of these things before you even come up with the name for your organization!

If you are starting a nonprofit, thinking about it, or know someone who is trying to start a nonprofit, I hope this helps!

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Hi! I’m Amber, a nonprofit founder, Executive Director, and public speaker on social impact, changemaking, nonprofits, leadership, and more. Want me to come speak at your business, college, school, or event or interested in consulting for your nonprofit? Reach out: https://ambermsmith.com/

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The Mexican Wolf once ranged across much of West Texas, but its population has fallen in recent years. A new non-profit is hoping to fix that issue.

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It's called the Texas Ramp Project, and it looks to provide residents in need a way to get outside with ease.

The helpers need help during this pandemic. KVUE's Bob Buckalew shows us just how much COVID-19 has affected nonprofits across the state.

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The Field's Edge and other non-profits equipping Midland's homeless population with long term solutions and tools, such as housing, behavior and physical health care and jobs. These homeless people can find empowerment through programs and employment opportunities.