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ArticleNonprofit Consulting
18 min read
April 11, 2026

What Is a Nonprofit Organization? The Definitive Guide

Everything you need to know about nonprofit organizations — what they are, how they work, the different types, how they're funded, and how they differ from for-profits and government agencies.

Drew Giddings
Drew Giddings
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Document showing IRS 501(c)(3) determination letter
ArticleNonprofit Consulting
16 min read
April 11, 2026

What Is a 501(c)(3)? Everything You Need to Know

A complete guide to 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status — what it means, who qualifies, what the IRS requires, and how it differs from other nonprofit designations.

Drew Giddings
Drew Giddings
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Guide to starting a nonprofit organization in Alabama
ArticleNonprofit Consulting
14 min read
April 11, 2026

How to Start a Nonprofit in Alabama: Step-by-Step Guide (2026)

Everything you need to start a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in Alabama — incorporation, IRS application, state tax exemption, charitable registration, and ongoing compliance requirements.

Drew Giddings
Drew Giddings
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Guide to starting a nonprofit organization in Alaska
ArticleNonprofit Consulting
14 min read
April 11, 2026

How to Start a Nonprofit in Alaska: Step-by-Step Guide (2026)

Everything you need to start a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in Alaska — incorporation, IRS application, state tax exemption, charitable registration, and ongoing compliance requirements.

Drew Giddings
Drew Giddings
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Guide to starting a nonprofit organization in Arizona
ArticleNonprofit Consulting
14 min read
April 11, 2026

How to Start a Nonprofit in Arizona: Step-by-Step Guide (2026)

Everything you need to start a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in Arizona — incorporation, IRS application, state tax exemption, charitable registration, and ongoing compliance requirements.

Drew Giddings
Drew Giddings
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Guide to starting a nonprofit organization in Arkansas
ArticleNonprofit Consulting
14 min read
April 11, 2026

How to Start a Nonprofit in Arkansas: Step-by-Step Guide (2026)

Everything you need to start a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in Arkansas — incorporation, IRS application, state tax exemption, charitable registration, and ongoing compliance requirements.

Drew Giddings
Drew Giddings
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Guide to starting a nonprofit organization in California
ArticleNonprofit Consulting
14 min read
April 11, 2026

How to Start a Nonprofit in California: Step-by-Step Guide (2026)

Everything you need to start a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in California — incorporation, IRS application, state tax exemption, charitable registration, and ongoing compliance requirements.

Drew Giddings
Drew Giddings
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Guide to starting a nonprofit organization in Colorado
ArticleNonprofit Consulting
14 min read
April 11, 2026

How to Start a Nonprofit in Colorado: Step-by-Step Guide (2026)

Everything you need to start a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in Colorado — incorporation, IRS application, state tax exemption, charitable registration, and ongoing compliance requirements.

Drew Giddings
Drew Giddings
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Guide to starting a nonprofit organization in Connecticut
ArticleNonprofit Consulting
14 min read
April 11, 2026

How to Start a Nonprofit in Connecticut: Step-by-Step Guide (2026)

Everything you need to start a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in Connecticut — incorporation, IRS application, state tax exemption, charitable registration, and ongoing compliance requirements.

Drew Giddings
Drew Giddings
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Guide to starting a nonprofit organization in Delaware
ArticleNonprofit Consulting
14 min read
April 11, 2026

How to Start a Nonprofit in Delaware: Step-by-Step Guide (2026)

Everything you need to start a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in Delaware — incorporation, IRS application, state tax exemption, charitable registration, and ongoing compliance requirements.

Drew Giddings
Drew Giddings
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Guide to starting a nonprofit organization in Florida
ArticleNonprofit Consulting
14 min read
April 11, 2026

How to Start a Nonprofit in Florida: Step-by-Step Guide (2026)

Everything you need to start a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in Florida — incorporation, IRS application, state tax exemption, charitable registration, and ongoing compliance requirements.

Drew Giddings
Drew Giddings
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Guide to starting a nonprofit organization in Georgia
ArticleNonprofit Consulting
14 min read
April 11, 2026

How to Start a Nonprofit in Georgia: Step-by-Step Guide (2026)

Everything you need to start a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in Georgia — incorporation, IRS application, state tax exemption, charitable registration, and ongoing compliance requirements.

Drew Giddings
Drew Giddings
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