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How to Start a Nonprofit: More Resources Government Agency: Secretary of State Government Agency: Internal Revenue Service Government Agency: Attorney General's Office, Charities Division Laws and regulations: Minnesota State Statutes, Chapter 317A Workshop: Starting a Nonprofit in Minnesota Book: Handbook for Starting a Successful Nonprofit Consulting Service: Incorporate! Minnesota Secretary of State’s Office, Business Services Division New nonprofit organizations reserve a unique name and ensure their incorporation status with the Minnesota Secretary of State’s Office. To reserve an name, use the "Request for Reservation of Name Form." To become an nonprofit corporation, file articles of incorporation with the Secretary of State. Address: 180 State Office Bldg., 100 Constitution Ave., St. Paul, MN 55155-1299 Ph: 651-296-2803 or 1-877-551-6SOS (6767) Fax: 651-215-7067 E-mail: public.information@state.mn.us Web: www.sos.state.mn.usNonprofit organizations must apply to the IRS for their tax-exempt status. To do so, contact the IRS for IRS Publication 557 (Tax-Exempt Status for Your Organization) and IRS Form 1023 and Form 8718 (Application for Recognition of Exemption under 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code). Organizations applying for exemption under a section other than other 501(c)(3) should file IRS Form 1024. Tax Exempt and Government Entities Customer Account Services: 1-877-829-5500 For forms delivered via mail: 1-800-829-3676 For forms delivered via Fax-on-Demand: 703-368-9694 Web: www.irs.gov
(click on Charities & Non-profits) Minnesota Attorney General Office, Charities Division Nonprofit organizations must register with the Attorney General before soliciting contributions by filing the Charitable Organization Registration Statement. For a copy of this form, contact the Charities Division of the Office of the Minnesota Attorney General. Address: 445 Minnesota St., St. Paul, MN 55101 Ph: 651-296-3353 or 1-800-657-3787 E-mail: attorney.general@state.mn.us Web: www.ag.state.mn.us/charities Minnesota Statutes Chapter 317A (Minnesota Nonprofit Corporation Act) The Nonprofit Corporation Act sets out most of the laws and regulations that govern nonprofit organizations operating in Minnesota -- including who can incorporate a nonprofit, what must be included in a nonprofit's articles of incorporation and bylaws, how to amend articles and bylaws, and the rights and responsibilities of board members. Find the Act at www.revisor.leg.state.mn.us/stats/317A. Starting a Nonprofit in Minnesota The process for transforming your idea into an operating organization can be very complicated. This workshop is designed to provide all the information you need to start a nonprofit organization in Minnesota and begins with an understanding of why you may or may not want to start a nonprofit organization and what other opportunities may be available to you. The facilitator leads participants through the step-by-step process for incorporating and applying for tax-exempt status. Offered once every three months by the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits. Click here for more information on this and other MCN management workshops. Handbook for Starting a Successful Nonprofit Priced low for small budgets, this publication is packed with accurate and up-to-date information on how to start and manage a successful nonprofit organization. This easy-to-use handbook is a great tool for those who are beginning the start-up process, those who are just thinking about starting a nonprofit, and those who just want to know more about Minnesota's laws and regulations for nonprofits. Published by the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits and updated for 2002. Click here for more information on this and other MCN publications. Work side-by-side with MAP for Nonprofits' Director of Legal and Human Resources Services to learn how to start your nonprofit organization. This service is offered by appointment only. The $350 fee includes all required forms and follow-up consultations with an attorney.To schedule an appointment or for more information, contact Charley Ravine, MAP for Nonprofits' Director of Legal and Human Resources Services, at 651-632-7228 or cravine@mapnp.org. MAP for Nonprofits (The Management Assistance Program for Nonprofits) Address: 2233 University Avenue West, Suite 360, St. Paul, MN 55114-1629 Ph: 651-647-1216 Fax: 651-647-1369 E-mail: mail@mapnp.org Web: www.mapnp.org |
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