Starting a Nonprofit

Start your nonprofit with confidence

Your Mission, Our Expertise

Launching a nonprofit can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. We guide you through every step of the process, from incorporation to obtaining your 501(c)(3) status. With personalized consultations, expert advice, and a focus on compliance, we ensure you’re set up for success.

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Starting a nonprofit allows you to make a meaningful impact by improving the world through social good, gaining access to dedicated grants to support your mission, and leveraging tax exemptions to attract more donors and grow your cause.

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What’s Included?
  • We complete your Articles of Incorporation.
  • We prepare your IRS application, including helping you refine your mission and activities statement.
  • We help you secure an EIN for your nonprofit organization.
  • We develop your Bylaws.  These are governing documents for you and your board.
  • We develop your Conflict of Interest Policy.
  • We will help you with BOIR registration with FinCen.
  • California and New York, we will help you prepare your initial report and franchise tax exemption application within your state.
  • Private Consultations. You will receive private consultations to help you establish your nonprofit and understand how to remain compliant and how nonprofits are funded.  If you are establishing a small nonprofit, you will have 3 private consultations with Cheryl Smith. If you are establishing a large nonprofit, you will have 4 private consultations with Cheryl Smith.
  • Forms Pack. You will receive a forms packet containing 10 forms and templates to support the development of your organization. 

Starting a Small Nonprofit

Establishing a Small Nonprofit 501(c)(3) using the IRS 1023-EZ
 
Your investment with no hidden fees: 
  • State Incorporation is typically $20-$100, depending on your state. 
  • IRS application fee for Form 1023-EZ is $275.
  • Our fee for most states is $950, which can be made in 2 payments.  (There’s a deposit of $475 to start services and $475 once the State has approved your nonprofit corporation)
  • New York small nonprofits: The fee is $1200. (Deposit $600)
  • California small nonprofits: The fee is $1500. (Deposit $750)
  • *Amendments to the Articles of Incorporation are $360.

Starting a Large Nonprofit

Establishing a Large Nonprofit 501(c)(3) using the IRS 1023 

Your investment with no hidden fees: 
  • State Incorporation is $20-$100, depending on your state. 
  • IRS application fee for Form 1023-EZ is $600.
  • Our fee is $2,400, which can be made in 3 payments.  (There’s a deposit of $800 to start services)
  • New York large nonprofits: The fee is $2,500.
  • California large nonprofits: The fee is $2,800. 
  • *Hospitals, Schools, Churches, add $500.
  • *Amendments to the Articles of Incorporation are $360.

Your questions answered

Common questions

A small nonprofit typically qualifies to use the IRS Form 1023-EZ, which is a streamlined application for organizations with projected annual gross receipts of less than $50,000 and total assets under $250,000. Large nonprofits, which exceed these thresholds or have more complex structures, must use the IRS Form 1023.

The timeline depends on your state’s incorporation process and the IRS’s processing time. Typically, it takes 2–4 weeks for state incorporation and 2–6 months for IRS approval. We’ll guide you through each step to ensure timely submissions.

Yes, you can amend your Articles of Incorporation, update your bylaws, or make other changes. If you need assistance with amendments, our fee is $360.

Our private consultations cover how to remain compliant and secure funding for your nonprofit. If additional support is needed, we offer ongoing services to help with grant writing, donor development, and compliance.

If your mission changes significantly, you may need to update your Articles of Incorporation and notify the IRS. We can assist with this process to ensure compliance.

Yes, all nonprofits are required to have a board of directors. We will help you develop bylaws that define the structure and roles of your board.

The forms packet includes essential templates like a Conflict of Interest Policy, meeting minutes, donor acknowledgment letters, and more. These tools help ensure smooth operations and compliance.

New York and California have more complex regulatory requirements, including additional filings and reporting. Our fees reflect the additional work required to comply with these state-specific rules.

Yes, but most grantmakers prefer to fund organizations with an established track record. During our consultations, we’ll discuss strategies to build credibility and attract funding.

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BOIR (Beneficial Ownership Information Reporting) is a federal requirement to disclose the owners of certain legal entities. We ensure your nonprofit meets this requirement during the setup process.

Franchise tax exemptions allow nonprofits to avoid certain state taxes. We assist California and New York nonprofits with applying for these exemptions as part of our services.

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