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Board and Governance
Here, we address the legal and ethical responsibilities that come with being a board member. We also look at best practices related to board operations...
Legal
Here, you’ll find concise answers to the critical operational and management questions nonprofit executives, managers and professionals ask everyday...
Leadership and Innovation
Today’s executive director must manage, of course; but that’s only a small part of the job. The tough part is evolving from manager to leader...
Thinking About Starting a New Nonprofit?
Dive into our comprehensive guide and see what it takes to launch a new organization.
Dive into our comprehensive guide and see what it takes to launch a new organization.
Starting a new nonprofit organization is a complex process. With the help of Public Counsel, we’ve compiled an overview of the key steps that are covered in CNM’s popular “Starting and Sustaining a New Nonprofit” seminar.
- Incorporation and Structure
- Fiscal Sponsorship
- Board Recruitment
- Obtaining Tax-exempt Status
- Ongoing Compliance
