I would like to form a non profit for teens in an urban area where my mission is to give our urban youth a chance to see outside of their areas by traveling the world.
2006-12-03 23:36:50 · 5 answers · asked by zpoetress 2 in Business & Finance ➔ Small Business
Associations may be a good avenue to explore. These organizations will address many of the thoughts, questions and concerns you'll inevitably have as well as many you haven't anticipated yet. See the source box for some relevant links.
Research, research, research – this cannot be stressed enough. Read as much as you can about the industry. Here are some book titles that are relevant:
* Starting and Running a Non-Profit Made Easy by Entrepreneur Press, David H. Bangs
* Starting and Running a Nonprofit Organization by Joan M. Hummel
* The Nonprofit Handbook: Everything You Need to Know to Start and Run Your Nonprofit Organization by Gary M. Grobman
* Starting & Building A Nonprofit: A Practical Guide by Peri Pakroo
There are plenty of free informational resources out there. Check the source box for links to articles.
Hope that helps! I wish you much success & happiness in all your ventures!
2006-12-05 02:56:18 · answer #1 · answered by TM Express™ 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to http://www.grants.gov/ to see what grants are available, if any, and how you can apply for them
Go to http://www.npguides.org/ for instructions on how to write a grant
2006-12-04 08:15:44 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Make sure you have your own house in order before you start helping other people.
2006-12-04 07:44:40 · answer #3 · answered by Cosmic Charlie 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
ask the person that runs the land of the misfit toys
2006-12-04 07:39:24 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
beg for money fund raisen
2006-12-04 08:16:16 · answer #5 · answered by harrison e 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋