Do I need a degree to start a nonprofit?

Question

I would like to start a nonprofit in california for young girls 10-18yrs. of age.

Answer 1

No, you don't need a degree to start a nonprofit. You might need a degree if you personally are going to provide some services that require you to be licensed in your state, but in order to get nonprofit status, you can be anybody. You have to fulfill the terms of a nonprofit corporation, and you have to apply for that status. Check the link below, for starters, to see what's required.