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Starting and Sustaining a Not-For-Profit Organization

Comprehensive nuts & bolts workshop


 Have you decided to start a not-for-profit but are overwhelmed about where and how to start? This class is for you. We offer step by step instructions for incorporation, help with obtaining your tax exempt status by reviewing IRS Form 1023, best practices for fundraising and guidance on recruiting a well functioning board of directors.


 Content: 

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  • Legal formation

  • Applying for tax exempt status

  • Accounting requirements

  • Taxation rules

  • Fundraising basics

  • Roles & responsibilities of the board 


This interactive and information-packed four-hour workshop is presented by subject matter experts from prestigious service providers. The presenters are seasoned instructors having taught at several institutions including the University of WA and Seattle university.  


Presenters: Karen Dunn - CLARK NUBER, Judy Andrews - JUDITH ANDREWS LAW FIRM, Matthew Norman - UNION BANK + SEATTLE EDUCATION ACCESS and Joy Stephens - O 2  JOY

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