How do I start my own church in California? If L. Ron Hubbard can have a church, why can't I? I have tried searching for "how to start a church" on google and askmefi, but no luck. I think there's something about filing a 501c non-profit form, but there are a lot of forms for similar things (non-profit raffle? commercial coventurer?? what the crap?).
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posted by runcibleshaw
on Jul 6, 2009 -
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I'm looking for a human rights NGO to work for in the Francophone world. My preference is for a Francophone Arab country, but I'm open to any option that would be a good work experience. Does anyone have experience or other knowledge of NGOs they would recommend?
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posted by totalbs247
on May 24, 2009 -
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How to set up a way for my non-profit's supporters to send letters to the editor and to elected officials online?
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posted by acridrabbit
on Apr 12, 2009 -
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You may have heard of MinnPost.com, voiceofsandiego.org and propublica.com.
All are nonprofit websites dedicated to quality journalism.
All must have had their start somewhere.
I’ve had a similar idea. I’m an editor at a small local daily, although I’ve had a long stint as a pretty good political reporter. Three reporter friends and myself are looking at founding our own nonprofit online-only journalism organization dedicated to state politics. I should note that all of us have some pretty strong credentials and between us have won a number of awards, so we know we can handle the reporting end of this venture.
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posted by Gagglehack
on Apr 2, 2009 -
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After 28 years of existance and 5 years of working toward this goal, my community band became a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization six months ago. Yay! Now... How can we start getting donations?
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posted by LolaGeek
on Apr 2, 2009 -
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Has anyone here participated in (or know someone who has participated in) the Industrial Area Foundation's National Leadership Training?
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posted by anonymous
on Mar 11, 2009 -
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What happens when a prospective nonprofit Board Member disagrees with a major initiative?
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posted by franklen
on Feb 15, 2009 -
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I'm starting up a new non-profit organization and need some help streamlining my message for presentations and explanation, but I've not had any success looking for such information. I need to know what I should be looking for in terms of vocabulary, etc.
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posted by Gideon
on Jan 26, 2009 -
8 answers
Seeking help in facilitating a group discussion about the future of a nonprofit organization.
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posted by Framer
on Jan 7, 2009 -
8 answers
Looking for sites with free screencasts on job training, resume development, basic computer tutorials, etc.
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posted by lunit
on Dec 31, 2008 -
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We have a great idea for a nonprofit organization. However, we have zero experience founding or maintaining one. Where should we start?
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posted by desjardins
on Dec 17, 2008 -
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I'm looking for a web-based app (free or otherwise) or a hosted app which will handle membership for a non-profit / club. It needs to provide different membership levels, handle payments (via PayPal or Google Checkout), and provide some method for allowing members to renew or upgrade their memberships, change their info as needed, etc. It does not need to be free, even though that would be nice.
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posted by c0nsumer
on Dec 15, 2008 -
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Are private universities non-profit institutions? What standards of transparency/accountability [to the student body and/or public] are they required to uphold? Examples of governance models?
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posted by lunit
on Dec 12, 2008 -
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I'm talking with a non-profit org that wants to buy a domain I've owned for years and haven't used at all. It's time to name a price. Ideas?
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posted by kalapierson
on Nov 14, 2008 -
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I recently got a job in a pre-sales position, and I'm a bit worried that it isn't going to work out. What else can I do with my English degree and skills, especially in this economy that does *not* involve going back to school?
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posted by SansPoint
on Nov 11, 2008 -
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I'm thinking of starting a Young Nonprofit Professionals Network (
YNPN) chapter in my city. Has anyone ever joined or started a chapter? What is the organization like?
posted by trillian
on Oct 9, 2008 -
1 answer
Help me find, buy or build a donor-friendly online giving management system for our non-profit.
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posted by Milkman Dan
on Oct 7, 2008 -
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The Non-Profit I'm working for is looking into the issues of technology and culture. That is.. how technology effects culture, how it changes the way we think, learn, etc. Despite this seeming a rather obvious topic, I'm having a hard time finding good research sources. My guess is I'm not asking the question properly, but that doesn't change what I need to know.
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posted by Gideon
on Oct 1, 2008 -
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We want to form a 'for profit' trade association. Several of us (in my industry) think we should be represented by a trade association, but all the research I've done so far points to associations as 'non-profit' organizations. Is there any reason why a commercial company can't set itself up as an industry association and sell memberships and attempt to represent it's members ? (in marketing and regulation and public education, etc.)
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posted by Xhris
on Sep 24, 2008 -
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Board Members who founded non-profit want to obtain salaried positions within the same organization. How is this handled?
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posted by franklen
on Sep 23, 2008 -
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I'm developing a site for a new nonprofit that would like to accept online donations. I'd love advice on which sites I can sign them up with to accept donations with the least amount of fees. Is there anything better than PayPal - perhaps a site specifically dedicated to nonprofits? Thanks!
posted by AONeal79
on Aug 18, 2008 -
14 answers
NonprofitChaosFilter: The grants fell through, and I'm the last full-timer in an office of 2. What's the most ethical thing to do when I'm the last employee left, there's no money left, and I've become the director's right-hand gal?
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posted by vindyloo
on Aug 14, 2008 -
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If you have filed for exemption with the IRS for a nonprofit you are starting and your status is pending while they review, I understand that you can still solicit donations and generally when your exemption is granted your exempt status applies retroactively to your date of incorporation. But how are the donor's charitable contributions treated? Can they deduct the tax year they donate or do they have to wait until the tax year in which exemption is granted (if the pending period lasts until a new tax year)? Or is it also retroactive and they would have to amend their previous tax return once the nonprofit gains exempt status?
posted by Falconetti
on Jul 21, 2008 -
8 answers
I have an idea for a community art organization. Help me figure out where to look to fund it!
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posted by actionpact
on Jun 17, 2008 -
7 answers
Where's a decent -- and most importantly, inexpensive -- venue for 50 exchange teachers for a four-day orientation in the NYC Metro area?
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posted by GilloD
on Jun 6, 2008 -
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I've been elected treasurer of a small nonprofit. I'd like some advice about best practices for creating a budget and tracking our finances, and also about other responsibilities I should be aware of.
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posted by croutonsupafreak
on Jun 3, 2008 -
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My midsized arts organization needs to complete the new audit risk assessment form SAS112. Has anyone done this yet? We need to know if there is standard language, suggested scope, any tips for getting through it with no staff time to spare. Found some stuff on
google, but I'm still at sea. I've only made it up to page 19 with about 15 hours put into it, so either I don't know what I'm doing or this is a mess o' hard.
posted by nax
on May 21, 2008 -
1 answer
I'm an engineer/inventor who is in salary negotiations with a non-profit and I hold the patent for a mission critical technology. I have some questions about how to secure the best offer.
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posted by Cardboardbox
on Apr 10, 2008 -
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What are the best places to work as a consultant for nonprofit and/or charitable organizations?
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posted by anonymous
on Mar 29, 2008 -
9 answers
We're a newly minted nonprofit, and we want to use Google Checkout rather than Paypal. I've read the how-to on what we need to do to get verified, but there's a hitch.
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posted by Medieval Maven
on Mar 28, 2008 -
6 answers
Lawyers/legal staffers: Can you tell me what it is like to work for a nonprofit legal services organization? And what will they be looking for at my interview?
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posted by anonymous
on Mar 6, 2008 -
11 answers
I want my not for profit organization to maximize its presence on line, in particular by increasing fundraising efforts.
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posted by nax
on Feb 12, 2008 -
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