build a non-profit

Yes! So it’s all set and ready to go. A core group of us met up and fleshed out our year plan. It was amazing and this whole process is moving along a lot faster than I ever expected. I am waiting for the other shoe to drop, but ultimately I have a really good feeling about this process and what will come out of it.

I am in the process of starting a non profit org, need more information as how to go about it legally, forms, fees,requirements,etc.

I want to build a non profit infant loss support system, help mothers and fathers everywhere through this rough time… just not sure how to do so!

Building is such a broad term. I would like to build beatingdebt.org to a break even point by this point next year.

I would like to start a social policy nonprofit organization that examines and helps people who have been convicted of one felony and who have turned their lives around. I believe that people deserve a second chance, especially if the crime they are guilty of committing is not murder, armed robbery, drugs or crimes against children. Society should not lump all offenders in one group and doom them to a life of mediocrity and poverty. There are many people who have ran afoul of the law once in their lives and did not commit a heinous crime. They are, in essence, asking society for a second chance to get a decent job and support their families.

I am helping two friends build a community orchestra called Irvine Young Artists in California. They have started performing gigs and auditioning new members. I’m initiating the process to obtain nonprofit status. Suggestions about an overall plan, or other tips, would be very welcome!

We’re in the process of starting Brick In The Wall, a resource for alternative education in Malaysia. It’s on a bit of hibernation at the moment since I’m away, but hopefully it’ll work out!

The “Brick In The Wall” project is getting off to a good start. I have a few more friends that are helping me out, and I’ve managed to get in touch with people with experience who are EXTREMELY helpful.

Hopefully we’ll get somewhere!

There are two project sites set up for Brick In The Wall, for discussion:

http://projects.takingitglobal.org/brickinthewall
http://www.livejournal.com/community/bitw_malaysia

Feel free to visit and communicate :)

Brick In The Wall, and it is a project to raise awareness and encourage exploration in all forms of alternative education – from study abroad to internships, mentorships to homeschooling, all sorts of things. Among the acitivities provided by Brick In The Wall include a Resource Centre, the “Support Me” Program, a scholarship fund, and various awareness programs.

Right now Brick In The Wall is in the Ideas and Feedback stage. I’d like you to read the proposal and give your ideas and feedback. Also, please pass this on, as I’d like to get feedback from all sorts of people.

Download the .PDF file below:

Project Proposal – Brick In The Wall (Preliminary Draft)

Read it, send me your feedback, and pass this on!

thanks! :)

I’ve got ideas for an organization, including what causes will it support, the target community, the activities, etc etc. However, I have no idea how to actually START.

How exactly do you start?

I’d imagine my first step is to write a proposal outlining my idea and what I hope to achieve from it. This then can be passed around so that interested people can comment or show their support.

The guidelines I found were mainly for asking for grants; are there some that are somewhat more general?

Any tips and tricks would really be appreciated. Thank you! :)