501(c) Formation

There are approximately 1.3 million 501(c) organizations based in the United States comprising of 5-10% of the United States’ economy and about 10% of United States employment. Each organization possesses unique goals and missions for the communities they reach. The commonality between these organizations are the steps toward formation detailed below.

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By: Nnamdi Nwaneri (04/2021)

Registering the Entity

Check with your local Secretary of State office or department concerning business name search, registration, and formation

Naming Board of Directors

Select a group of individuals who are committed to the organizations mission and are willing to put the time and energy to fulfill said mission

Create Bylaws

This core document specifies the organizations operational methodology. The provisions relate to the ways it conducts its affairs, the duties of its directors and the responsibilities of its officers and employees.

Filing Articles of Incorporations

Articles of Incorporation are a set of formal documents filed with a government body to legally document the creation of a corporation.

Registering for an EIN

Used to file federal tax returns.

Applying for Tax-Exempt Status

Completing and submitting applicable forms with accurate financial projections and specialty sections.