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Turn Your Mission into a Recognized Nonprofit
Form your nonprofit with confidence. Our specialists review every detail for accuracy and compliance, ensuring your organization has the strongest foundation to apply for tax-exempt status. • Tax-Exempt Ready • Specialist-Reviewed • State & IRS Compliant • Trusted by 600,000+
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Trustpilot
Turn Your Mission into a Recognized Nonprofit
Form your nonprofit with confidence. Our specialists review every detail for accuracy and compliance, ensuring your organization has the strongest foundation to apply for tax-exempt status. • Tax-Exempt Ready • Specialist-Reviewed • State & IRS Compliant • Trusted by 600,000+
Call our Business Specialists: (866) 797-9938

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Launch Your Nonprofit in 3 Simple Steps
Share Your Mission Details
Provide your nonprofit name, state, and details. Add tools like bylaws or an EIN to set your organization up for success.
We Handle the Filing
Our specialists prepare and file your nonprofit formation documents with the state, ensuring everything is accurate.
Your Nonprofit is Official
Once approved, you’ll receive your formation documents, so your nonprofit will be recognized and ready to pursue its mission.
Select Your Nonprofit Formation Package
For founders who need a compliant start to their mission.
Benefits:
Verify Name Availability: We'll check if your nonprofit name is available with the state.
Specialist-Reviewed Articles of Incorporation: Real experts review your documents to help you avoid costly mistakes.
Live Customer Support: Get help from real people via phone, chat, or email.
For Nonprofits that need essential legal and compliance tools.
Benefits:
Everything in Basic, plus:
Federal Tax ID (EIN): We'll obtain your EIN from the IRS to help you open a bank account and prepare for tax-exempt status.
Custom Nonprofit Bylaws Template: Essential governance document required for most grants and 501(c)(3) applications.
Compliance Monitoring: We help you meet state deadlines to keep your nonprofit in good standing.
The complete package for donor-readiness and legal protection.
Benefits:
Everything in Standard, plus:
Attorney Consultations on Nonprofit Law: Two months of access to legal advice on nonprofit compliance and governance.
Professional Business Address: Protect your privacy with a secure business address for mail and public filings.
Hassle-Free Nonprofit Updates: We handle future changes to your nonprofit at no extra cost.
Nonprofit vs. For-Profit: Which is Right for You?
Choosing the right structure for your mission is an important step. Here's a clear comparison to help you understand the differences and move forward with confidence.
Choose a Nonprofit if:
Your primary purpose is charitable, educational, or religious
You want to accept tax-deductible donations from supporters
You need access to grants and foundation funding
You want federal and state tax-exempt benefits
Your mission serves the public good, not private interests
You’re comfortable with restrictions on political activities
Choose an LLC if:
You want to generate profit for owners or members
You need maximum flexibility in business operations
You plan to distribute earnings to owners
You want the freedom to engage in political activities
You prefer simpler ongoing compliance requirements
You’re focused on commercial business activities
Ready to Get Your Nonprofit?
Our formation specialists give you the clarity and resources to compare options and move forward with the structure that fits your mission.
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Start Your Nonprofit in Any State
Filing requirements can vary from state to state. We provide clear, step-by-step guidance for all 50 states so you can form your Nonprofit correctly, no matter where you choose to incorporate. Select your state below to get started.
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