Articles
How to Fund a Nonprofit Startup and Pay Yourself the Right Way as a Nonprofit Founder
Quick answer: Nonprofit founders need to fund the nonprofit startup before they can possibly pay themselves. Nonprofits must generate revenue intentionally and treat finances like...
Founder’s Syndrome: How to Avoid the Trap of Doing It All
Let me tell you something nobody will ever say you're starting a nonprofit. You've got this amazing vision. You're ready to change the world. You're...
Can a Nonprofit Founder Take a Salary?
Starting a nonprofit takes grit, determination, and a whole lot of your time, money, and effort. So, I get the question all the time: Can...
How Do Nonprofits Make Money?
There are some BIG myths about the nonprofit world that derail founders on their journey to starting a charity. Here's a big one: "Once we...
Building Strong Nonprofit Governance: Boards, Bylaws, and Policies
Starting a nonprofit takes passion and drive. But it's not just drafting mission statements and building relationships. To build something that lasts, you'll also need...
What is a Conflict of Interest Policy and Why Does your Nonprofit Need One?
We hear the term "conflict of interest" thrown around ALL the time. But what does that actually mean for a nonprofit? And why do you...
Three Nonprofit Committees Every Organization Needs
Nonprofits - let's stop the committee madness! Whether you're a brand-new nonprofit setting up your governance or an existing org with a million committees (Executive,...
Is There a Nonprofit Founder Veto Power? Understanding Roles and Votes
Quick answer There is no such thing as nonprofit founder veto power. The founder or board president has no special or extra power over the...
The Legal Steps to Forming a Nonprofit and Securing 501(c)(3) Status
So, you want to start a nonprofit. That's great!! This is an exciting time, and I'm sure you're motivated to get this thing off the...
