So You Want to Start a Nonprofit
Schedule
Tue Dec 03 2024 at 08:00 pm to 09:00 pm
UTC-05:00Location
Champaign Public Library | Champaign, IL
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Questions about starting a nonprofit? We can help!. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Are you passionate about helping others and have an idea to serve your community? Is starting a nonprofit the best way to turn your vision into a reality?
Join us for an informative workshop with Genevieve Kirk, Center for Nonprofit Excellence Director at the Community Foundation of East Central Illinois, and learn the fundamental steps to start a charitable nonprofit organization in Illinois.
Nonprofit organizations play a growing role in the social and economic well-being of our community as they provide services, goods and resources to meet community needs. Join this session and learn the key ingredients to:
• Define your purpose and programs
• File articles of incorporation
• Draft bylaws
• Develop a board of directors
• Optimize your organization’s fundraising efforts
• Determine if a nonprofit corporation structure is the most suitable way to address your community need.
This interactive session concludes with a Q&A format where you will have an opportunity to get feedback from Genevieve and alums of the Community Solutions Incubator, an initiative of the Community Foundation of East Central Illinois.
Presented in partnership with the Community Foundation of East Central Illinois.
About the Presenter:
GENEVIEVE KIRK is a nonprofit leader and educator with over 20 years of experience based in Champaign-Urbana. She is the Center for Nonprofit Excellence Director at the Community Foundation of East Central Illinois where she facilitates collaboration and sharing of best practices. She is also an adjunct instructor in the School of Social Work at the University of Illinois.
Part of the Start & Grow Your Nonprofit series.
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Champaign Public Library, 207 W Healey St, Champaign, IL 61820, United States,Champaign, IllinoisEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
