FAQs

Some questions seem to come up frequently. Here are some answers. 

• The Big Three (The Vision thing)

  • The three conceptual items required before starting a nonprofit (or any corporation, for that matter.) 

• My Friend Said...

  • Some thoughts on free advice (which is ironic, since this is free advice)

• How do I pay for stuff?

  • "Nonprofit" really means your business' primary purpose is not making a profit. It does not mean you don't need money.

• I started a nonprofit. Now what? 

  • If you are asking this question, where is your business plan? What does your mission state? 

• How do I make money?

  • What does your business plan say? If you mean "make money", that's a for-profit. If you mean raise funds to finance your programs, that's what this answer covers. 

• How do I keep my board from removing me?

  • If you are concerned about being removed while you are starting the organization, you either have the wrong board members - or the wrong leader. 

• Officers and Board Members

  • Subtle differences that are useful in legal situations and nonprofit management programs, but nobody else understands them.

• Organizing A Board

  • You need a board. Make sure it needs you - and make sure it supports the mission.

• Wearing Different Hats

  • Understanding the different roles is what can allow growth.