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Five alternatives to starting a nonprofit
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Study the list of nonprofits already active in the same area and join their efforts as a volunteer, a board member or even as staff.
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Analyze the list of nonprofits already active in the same area, identify the three most compatible with your ideas, and meet with them to explore creating a special project or initiative -- and negotiate your involvement.
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Explore the list of national organizations in the area of your interest, and see if a local chapter is needed in your geographic area.
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If your effort will be quite local and small, consider forming an unincorporated association or club -- have meetings and activities but skip the reporting requirements (an option for groups with annual budgets under $25,000).
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If you are considering creation of a group to finance activities or needs of others (scholarships, family emergency funds for a specific population, etc.), explore sponsorship of the fund by a community foundation or other organization.
Source: Special thanks to Jon Pratt, Executive Director, Minnesota Council of Nonprofits .
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