Giving Back By Starting Your Own Nonprofit

You don’t need to wait for someone to give you permission to make the changes you want to see.

Instead, you can move forward by starting your own nonprofit. Maybe you feel motivated after learning about the work of a local cause that’s close to your heart, or maybe you’ve always wanted to work in the nonprofit world.

No matter what inspired you, these tips from Behind The Leaf will help you turn your goals into reality!

Get Started

Before you’re able to give back to your community, you’ll need to tackle these necessary tasks to establish your nonprofit.

● This resource outlines exactly how to register your nonprofit and choose the right structure.

● Now it’s time to bring your very first staff members on board - here are a few tips on the hiring process!

● Building an organized volunteer program can be challenging, but this guide will answer your big questions!

Financial Management

To make an impact, you need to bring in donations and invest your funds properly. These resources are packed with smart financial management tips.

● Work out a realistic budget - aim to keep your expenses low in the early days of your nonprofit.

● When it’s time to file your taxes, make sure that you fulfill all of the reporting requirements.

● As you make plans for fundraising, think outside of the box!

Making an Impact

You want to make your community a better place, and these resources will help you make a genuine impact!

● Research the problems in your area so that you can choose the right strategy to address these issues.

● Plan engaging events to bring people together and make progress on solving these problems.

● Use a logo design application to create a logo that people will easily recognize.

● Will you be attending an event or meeting for another nonprofit? These tips will help you network and get to know other nonprofit leaders!

Sometimes, it can be hard to figure out how to help your neighbors. If you want to make a large-scale change, starting your own nonprofit could be the right path for you. With these resources as references, you’ll be ready to navigate the process!

Behind the Leaf strives to help minority women learn about and become successful in the world of small business. Click here to learn more about the services we provide.

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Written by Joyce Wilson; joyce@teacherspark.org