Millions of people have never questioned whether or not they had the resources to get up and change the world. They did it because they had no choice. Because the value of connectivity and community relations were essential to survival. And so they did what needed to be done, on behalf of their people, on behalf of the community.

In the regular day-to-day world of business, we’re blissfully unaware of federal and state guidelines that require organizations to qualify for their standing. When we don’t consider all of the possibilities at hand, we make our lives much harder than it needs to be. The IRS recognizes two types of nonprofits, but there are 4 ways nonprofits can be classified.

On your path to social entrepreneurship, you’ll encounter so many people fighting the good fight and working hard to change the world. Knowing how to facilitate and foster networking opportunities and sharing that location pin with your inner circle can kickstart your growth quicker than you’d think.

Nonprofit organizations and not-for-profit organizations do their best work in their own lanes. They serve different purposes, but they do have some similarities worth noting. If you’re considering which route to take for your organization, keep these practices in mind.

Connecting local organizations to widen the number of resources available in the name of the public good is no easy feat. And no matter where you are in your dreams to begin a nonprofit, the cost of pulling it off looms overhead until the day you become incorporated. The good news? You’re exactly where you need to be.

Starting a nonprofit to invest in your community is one of the most honorable contributions anyone can make. Whether you’re well-versed in charity or looking to shift the tides of food insecurity, we’ve got you covered with the achievable steps to come.