Interested in starting a nonprofit, but not sure where to go? This guide will provide information on how to get started, what you should think about before getting started, and links to resources to help you start a nonprofit.
According to the IRS, the purpose of a nonprofit must be charitable, religious, educational, scientific, literary, testing for public safety, fostering national or international amateur sports competition, and preventing cruelty to children or animals. It is not because you do not plan to make any money.
Things to remember before starting a nonprofit:
The IRS has 29 501(c) designations, including the most popular 501(c)(3). A 501(c)(3) designation means donations made to your organization are tax deductible. For the purposes of this guide, nonprofit designation will refer to a 501(c)(3) organization.
At this time, The Robert Hilbert Nonprofit Resource Center and all PPLD facilities are operating with limited indoor services. Learn more about the Library's response to COVID-19 here: https://ppld.org/COVID-19.
While we are temporarily operating at a more limited capacity, staff from the Robert Hilbert Nonprofit Resouce Center are available to assist you with your funding research needs remotely. Please contact kedson@ppld.org for more information.
The Robert Hilbert Nonprofit Resource Center is now open! Please note that hours have changed slightly and it is now open for walk-in use from 10 am - 2 pm, Monday through Saturday. The room is also available by appointment from 2 pm - 5 pm Monday through Saturday. Please call (719) 531-6333 x6141 or email kedson@ppld.org to make an appointment or to ask any questions. Please be aware that the room has a capacity of four persons at this time, so please no groups. Masks are required while in the room and in all areas of the library.
