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Start a Nonprofit

Many people want to create a nonprofit organization to help their community, but there are a few important questions to consider before beginning filing for tax-exempt status. Nonprofit Connect has compiled a step-by-step guide for you to reference when starting a nonprofit in the Kansas City area.

We offer this guide for informational purposes only and encourage you to consult with local legal counsel familiar with tax-exempt law to assist you in ensuring your new nonprofit is compliant with all federal, state, and local requirements.

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How to Start a Nonprofit

Important Considerations

Next Steps

Local Resources

Midwest Center for Nonprofit Leadership
MWCNL provides a free, 2-hour seminar covering the basic preliminary procedures and legal steps to become a nonprofit organization.

Kansas City Public Library
KCPL provides the Nonprofit Startup Tool Assessment from GrantSpace. Questions assess background knowledge, capital and work experience that are relevant to starting a nonprofit.

Nonprofit Solutions
Nonprofit Solutions provides assistance with legal paperwork and strategic planning.

 

Sources: Midwest Center for Nonprofit LeadershipNational Council of NonprofitsNonprofit Association of the MidlandsMinnesota Council of Nonprofits

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