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Because there are many legal matters that an NGO must deal with in first starting up, it is sometimes helpful to seek a lawyer. A lawyer can help with | Because there are many legal matters that an NGO must deal with in first starting up, it is sometimes helpful to seek a lawyer. A lawyer can help with | ||
*Registering the NGO | *Registering the NGO | ||
| − | *Filing articles of incorporation | + | *Filing articles of incorporation<ref>Fritz, Joanne. (2008). How to Incorporate as a Nonprofit: A Check List from “About.com: Nonprofit Charitable Orgs.” Retrieved June 24, 2008 from <http://nonprofit.about.com/od/nonprofitbasics/ht/startingsteps.htm?nl=1></ref> |
*Filing reports | *Filing reports | ||
*Tax issues | *Tax issues | ||
*Securing licenses. | *Securing licenses. | ||
| − | Even though many of these matters may be simple, a lawyer who specializes in this area is timesaving and reassuring. If money is an issue, it may be possible to provide the NGO with inexpensive legal services through a legal assistance program. Checking with the board members to see if they have any connections or contacts may be useful. Having an attorney with such expertise on the board is another option. | + | Even though many of these matters may be simple, a lawyer who specializes in this area is timesaving and reassuring. If money is an issue, it may be possible to provide the NGO with inexpensive legal services through a legal assistance program. Checking with the board members to see if they have any connections or contacts may be useful. Having an attorney with such expertise on the board is another option.<ref>Hummel, Joan M. (1996). </ref> |
== 4. Chose a Name == | == 4. Chose a Name == | ||
Revision as of 12:15, 23 July 2008
Starting an NGO can be a very time-consuming process. It requires a strong vision and dedication from an individual or group that share a common concern about a community. If initiated correctly in an organized and strategic way, the services implemented to benefit the community can be very helpful and resourceful.[1]
The following presents nine steps, in general chronological order, that are useful in the formation of an NGO. This paper acts as a broad “how to” guideline and these issues may vary depending on each NGO. It is important to realize that these situations also vary from country to country, as each one has its own specific requirements and recommendations.
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