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Are you thinking about starting a nonprofit but unsure where to begin? Watch our video featuring Greg Hall, Member of the Firm at SEK, as he shares valuable tips and answers common questions about establishing a nonprofit organization. Moderated by Lucy Zander, Executive Director of the United Way of Carlisle & Cumberland County, this session provides a detailed roadmap for launching your nonprofit with confidence.

Timestamp questions:

• 00:50 - I have an idea for an organization to help disadvantaged individuals in our community. How do I go about setting up an organization to support this mission?
• 01:32 - Why would you recommend an organization be set up as a corporation?
• 02:06 - Is there anything I need to do beyond obtaining the articles of incorporation to be a nonprofit entity?
• 03:29 - There can be tax exempt entities other than public charities. What types of entities would these be?
• 04:08 - One of the recognized benefits of being a public charity is the ability to accept donations which are tax deductible by donors. What other benefits, if any, exist?
• 05:34 - In order to be a public charity or a 501(c)(3) entity, I would need to complete the Form 1023. What is involved in this process?
• 07:36 - What if we cannot complete the Form 1023EZ? What is involved in preparing the more complex Form 1023?
• 08:24 - Once the Form 1023 is filed, is the entity now tax exempt?
• 09:16 - How long does the Form 1023 take to be approved?
• 09:41 - While the application for exemption is pending, can we solicit donations?
• 10:07 - Once I receive the official notice of approval as a tax exempt organization, is there anything else I need to do?
• 11:35 - Why would an organization want to file a more complex form if it is not required by the IRS?
• 12:10 - When are the various Forms due to the IRS?
• 12:54 - After filing Form 990 with the IRS, are there any other forms I need to file?
• 14:12 - Can you elaborate on the state filing requirements?
• 14:43 - What would be considered a solicitation for a nonprofit organization?
• 15:12 - You mentioned certain public charities are exempt. What public charities would be exempt?
• 15:49 - Is there a fee or other requirements as part of The Solicitation of Funds for Charitable Purposes Act?