Nonprofit Formation
Get support with nonprofit formation, governing documents and your federal tax-exemption application.
From $950
501(c)(3) formation with IRS Form 1023-EZ
Our services
Find the support you need.
Practical support to start your nonprofit, pursue funding, plan your next steps, build your skills and explore AI automation.
Choose an offering below to learn more or discuss the right next step.
Dewlyn Nonprofit Services is led by Cheryl Smith, MPA, and serves organizations across the United States. Sessions are held by Zoom.
Let’s work together
Explore Nonprofit Formation
Grant Writing
Explore grant-writing packages that help your nonprofit communicate its work and prepare to pursue funding.
From $999
Grant-writing packages from Basic to Enterprise
Strategic Planning
Turn your organization’s priorities into a written plan with goals, action steps and ways to measure progress.
From $450
Coaching sessions; full plan development $2,400
Training & Development
Build practical skills through Dewlyn’s courses and webinars. Explore available learning opportunities.
Free webinars
Small business grant-writing course $79
AI Automation Services
AI Automation for Nonprofits is a six-week live course on Zoom, Mondays January 4 to February 8, 2027. Set up writing style guides and AI assistants your team can use with ChatGPT or Claude. No coding required.
$1,800
Early bird $999 through December 18, 2026. Registration opens November 11.
Common questions
What should you know before you choose?
Which Dewlyn service is right for my organization?
If you are just getting started, begin with Nonprofit Formation. If you are established and need funding, look at Grant Writing. If your board needs direction, choose Strategic Planning. A free 20-minute discovery call helps you decide.
Does Dewlyn work with organizations outside its home state?
Yes. Dewlyn serves organizations across the United States, and sessions are held by Zoom.
Who leads the work?
Cheryl Smith, MPA, CEO of Dewlyn Nonprofit Services, with 25 years of nonprofit experience.
Does Dewlyn help small businesses?
Yes. Dewlyn offers Small Business Grant-Writing for $1,250 and a $79 small business grant-writing course.
Not sure where to begin?
Schedule a free 20-minute discovery call. We’ll discuss your needs and help you identify the right next step.