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The Non-Profit Library: Web resources for the Construction & Operation of Non-Profits.
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Index of Topics in the Free Management Library  
The Quality 990 (qual990.org) website  
Forming a Non-Profit Organization  
Starting a Nonprofit Organization: One-Stop Answer Page  
Rural Development: New Approach to Empowering Communities Needs Refinement  
Robert's Rules of Order (Revised) by General Henry M. Robert   
A Quick Look at Kentucky's Open Record Statutes  
Researching the Exempt Organization  
A compendium of information on the state's open records and open meetings laws  
IRS page on Non-Profits  
The Grants & Nonprofit Information Center at the Tucson-Pima Public Library  
Sample Bylaws on Conflict of Interest and Disclosure   
Basic information for nonprofit boards of directors  
Nonprofit Organization and IRS Form 990 Nonprofit Software   
How to Form and Operate a Non-Profit Corporation  
Links to several commonly-used IRS forms and publications  
Frequently Asked Questions: Tax Exempt Organizations  
Internet Nonprofit Center  
How do I establish a nonprofit organization?   
Toolkit for Boards  

 
 

You will find tools for the construction and operation of Non-Profit Organizations here. There are links to IRS Publications and the associated tax forms, sample Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws, and to supporting agencies.

Detailed information on Kentucky statutes is emphasised: Open-Records law, links to the Commonwealth's Secretary of State, and the University of Kentucky all offer on-line support.


Index of Topics in the Free Management Library     Posted: April 11, 2002
Index of Topics in the Free M- what mean by "Starting a Nonprofit"? - feasibility study -- "really start nonprofit?" - consider fiscal sponsorship - need lawyer? - nonprofit incubators - free development program - checklists for starting new nonprofit - table of reminders - free on-line program to build nonprofit - also see: - - - e-commerce (start business on Internet?) - - - enterprise law - - - organizations (an introduction) - - - social entrepreneurshipTaxation (Nonprofit) - getting tax-exempt status - importance of record keeping - federal, state, sales, payroll taxes, etc. - preparing and filing Form 990s (and disclosure) - donations and taxes - unrelated business income taxes (UBIT) - lobbying and taxes - topic -- independent contractor or employee? - also see: - - - finances and accounting (nonprofit) - - - fundraising & grantwriting (nonprofits)
The Quality 990 (qual990.org) website     Posted: April 11, 2002
The Quality 990 (qual990.org) website encompasses a number of projects and activities to improve the quality of IRS Form 990 reporting by nonprofit organizations.Why is Quality 990 Important?
Forming a Non-Profit Organization     Posted: April 11, 2002
Questions About Forming a Non-Profit Organization:What is a nonprofit company?A nonprofit corporation is simply a corporation that is formed pursuant to a different state law than a standard for-profit corporation. The corporation must be formed for some religious, charitable, educational, literary or scientific purpose. While a standard business corporation is designed to benefit and generate a profit for its shareholders, nonprofit do not have the profit motive. Nonprofit corporations are allowed to apply for tax-exempt status at both the federal and state level.
Starting a Nonprofit Organization: One-Stop Answer Page     Posted: April 10, 2002
Starting a Nonprofit Organization: One-Stop Answer Page You should be able to answer the five questions listed here before you begin.
Rural Development: New Approach to Empowering Communities Needs Refinement     Posted: April 10, 2002
Pursuant to a congressional request, GAO reviewed selected aspects of the Department of Agriculture's (USDA) rural Empowerment Zone/Enterprise Community (EZ/EC) Program, focusing on: (1) the federal funding levels of the rural EZ/EC program over the 10-year life of the program; (2) the status of the implementation of the program; (3) the difficulties that the communities have encountered in implementing their plans; and (4) USDA's oversight of the program.
Robert's Rules of Order (Revised) by General Henry M. Robert     Posted: April 10, 2002
Robert's Rules of Order Presented by The Constitution Society, a private non-profit organization dedicated to research and public education on the principles of constitutional republican government. It publishes documentation, engages in litigation, and organizes local citizens groups to work for reform.
A Quick Look at Kentucky's Open Record Statutes     Posted: April 8, 2002
Every public agency is subject to the act. The term "public agency" is broadly defined to include governmental agencies and private agencies which receive significant funding from the governmen
Researching the Exempt Organization     Posted: April 8, 2002
The primary source of information on tax exempt organizations is the IRS Form 990, the annual tax/information return. In 1996, Congress enacted the Taxpayer Bill of Rights 2, which expanded the disclosure requirements for tax exempt organizations and increased penalties. The IRS issued regulations implementing these expanded requirements which were effective June 8, 1999.
A compendium of information on the state's open records and open meetings laws     Posted: April 8, 2002
At its core, participatory democracy decries locked files and closed doors. Good citizens study their governors, challenge the decisions they make and petition or vote for change when change is needed. But no citizen can carry out these responsibilities when government is secret.
IRS page on Non-Profits     Posted: April 8, 2002
Charitable, religious, educational, scientific, literary, etc. organizations that meet the requirements of § 501(c)(3) are exempt from federal income tax.
The Grants & Nonprofit Information Center at the Tucson-Pima Public Library     Posted: April 8, 2002
The Grants & Nonprofit Information Center at the Tucson-Pima Public Library

This page contains links useful for starting and running a nonprofit. It includes board development, evaluating programs, and marketing.


Sample Bylaws on Conflict of Interest and Disclosure     Posted: April 8, 2002
From Nonprofit Financial Center Conflict of Interest Statementfor Officers, Directors, Committee Members, Staff Members, Institute Faculty and certain ConsultantsNo member of the NFC Board of Directors, or any of its Committees, shall derive any personal profit or gain, directly or indirectly, by reason of his or her participation with the Nonprofit Financial Center...
Basic information for nonprofit boards of directors     Posted: April 8, 2002
Basic Board Information: Guide picksBasic information for nonprofit boards of directors, including responsibilities, duties and job descriptions
Nonprofit Organization and IRS Form 990 Nonprofit Software     Posted: April 8, 2002
990 Accountant.com - a comprehensive guide to organizing and operating a nonprofit organization. Here you'll find the steps to take to become a nonprofit organization and the annual reporting requirements of IRS form 990. We also publish the leading IRS form 990 nonprofit software program and the leading nonprofit IRS Application Packages - IRS forms 1023, 1024, and 1028.
How to Form and Operate a Non-Profit Corporation     Posted: April 8, 2002
How to Form and Operate a Non-Profit Corporation

A nice table from the Foundation Center.


Links to several commonly-used IRS forms and publications     Posted: April 8, 2002
Included here are links to several commonly-used IRS forms and publications. Click here to go to nonprofitlaw.comIRS FormsPrinted copies of IRS forms can be obtained by calling 1-800-TAX-FORM (1-800-829-3676).Applying for tax-exempt statusAnnual information returnsCharitable contributionsUnrelated business income
Frequently Asked Questions: Tax Exempt Organizations     Posted: April 8, 2002
How does an organization become tax-exempt?To be exempt from federal income tax, an organization must be described in one of the sections of the Internal Revenue Code providing for exemption. See Types of Tax-Exempt Organizations or download Publication 557, Tax-Exempt Status for Your Organization for more information. Most organizations seeking recognition of exemption from federal income tax must use application forms specifically prescribed by the Service. Two forms currently prescribed by the Service are Package 1023, Application for Recognition of Exemption, (for charitable organizations) and Package 1024, Application for Recognition of Exemption, (for other tax-exempt organizations). A few types of organizations are not required to submit specific application forms. The application your organization is required to submit is specified in Publication 557.
Internet Nonprofit Center     Posted: April 8, 2002
The Internet Nonprofit Center publishes the Nonprofit FAQ , a resource of information provided by partcipants in many online discussions about nonprofits and their work.
How do I establish a nonprofit organization?     Posted: April 8, 2002
Forming a new nonprofit is a process that involves two distinct steps. Generally, you will need to establish your organization by filing articles of incorporation with the appropriate agency in your state (usually the state secretary of state). You will also need to secure federal income tax exemption by filing the appropriate forms with the Internal Revenue Service. Inquire at any Center library or the Cooperating Collection nearest you for the name of a technical assistance group that assists new and emerging nonprofits.
Toolkit for Boards     Posted: April 8, 2002
Overview of Board Roles and Responsibilities, Advisory Groups, Articles of Incorporation (or charters, constitutions, etc. ), Corporate Bylaws (board's internal specification of how org. will operate)
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