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Starting a 501c3 nonprofit? How to raise startup funds. #nonprofits #startinganonprofit // WHAT TO WATCH NEXT You CAN get paid for Nonprofit work, but there’s a catchhttps://youtu.be/EwBGpgVOFPQNonprofit Fundraising: How do Giving Circles work?https://youtu.be/NjR8vnnQ3jcStarting a Nonprofit: How to Create a Budget (For Beginners)https://youtu.be/5Wv0I_SLpkw// MORE ABOUT ME Hi! I’m Amber, a nonprofit founder and former Executive Director, and public speaker on social impact, changemaking, nonprofits, leadership, and more. Join my newsletter to receive updates and resources for changemakers and nonprofit leaders: https://tinyurl.com/nonprofitsandchangemakers
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Starting a 501c3 tax exempt nonprofit – Start with this. #Nonprofits #shorts #Nonprofit #StartingANonprofitIf you are starting a nonprofit, thinking about it, or have just started a nonprofit, or KNOW someone who is trying to start a nonprofit, I hope this helps!// WHAT TO WATCH NEXT How to Write a Nonprofit Business Plan | Starting a Nonprofithttps://youtu.be/HXvkz2l2NRMStarting A Nonprofit: Your First 3 Years (What to Do / Expect!)https://youtu.be/5ShCah36-W410 Nonprofit Startup Terms – How many do YOU Know? (Test Yourself!)https://youtu.be/SqNFxmWuyIE// MORE ABOUT ME Hi! I’m Amber, a nonprofit founder, former nonprofit Executive Director, and speaker on social impact, changemaking, nonprofits, leadership, and more. Join my newsletter to receive updates and resources for changemakers and nonprofit leaders: https://tinyurl.com/nonprofitsandchangemakers FOUNDER TO FULL-TIME ACADEMY: Want some training and guidance on starting a nonprofit (and potentially even working for that nonprofit full-time someday?)? Check out my online training courses at my Nonprofit Founder to Full-Time Academy! http://foundertofulltime.com/ Want me to come speak at your business, college, school, or event? Check out my site: https://ambermelaniesmith.com/
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Planning for the year ahead = great Nonprofit Management! #nonprofits #startinganonprofit #nonprofitorganization When you’re starting or growing a nonprofit, how do you know what to plan for in the year ahead? In this video will talk through 5 key areas you need to think through each year as you plan for nonprofit growth and impact. FOUNDER TO FULL-TIME: Check out my trainings and blog on starting a nonprofit or social enterprise at http://foundertofulltime.com/ // WHAT TO WATCH NEXT Can Nonprofits charge for their services? | Fundraising Strategyhttps://youtu.be/kyi6XtWhR0EStarting a Nonprofit: How Many Programs Should You Have?https://youtu.be/5nM7b6IaEhUNonprofit Fundraising: 7 Traits of Top Fundraising Campaignshttps://youtu.be/xGxy0byoY0E// CHAPTERS00:00 Welcome!01:47 Budget Planning06:24 Fundraising Strategy11:14 Program Evaluation16:05 Board of Directors Development21:59 Strategic Planning// MORE ABOUT ME Hi! I’m Amber, a nonprofit founder, Executive Director, and public speaker on social impact, changemaking, nonprofits, leadership, and more. Join my newsletter to receive updates and resources for changemakers and nonprofit leaders: https://tinyurl.com/nonprofitsandchangemakers FOUNDER TO FULL-TIME ACADEMY: Want some training and guidance on starting a nonprofit (and potentially even working for that nonprofit full-time someday?)? Check out my online training courses at my Nonprofit Founder to Full-Time Academy! http://foundertofulltime.com/ Want me to come speak at your business, college, or event? Check out my site: https://ambermelaniesmith.com/ On Facebook? Talk to me and other change makers about social change, nonprofits, social enterprise, leadership and more in my Facebook group, Change the World or Bust: https://www.facebook.com/groups/changetheworldorbust/ I’m also on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ambermelsmith
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Starting a nonprofit and have some questions about your nonprofit budget? Let’s tackle 7 questions about nonprofit budgets. #nonprofits #fundraising #startinganonprofit When you’re starting or growing a nonprofit, your budget is a roadmap for how you’ll fund and spend money to achieve your mission. I hope this helps!FOUNDER TO FULL-TIME: Check out my trainings and blog on starting a nonprofit or social enterprise at http://foundertofulltime.com/ // WHAT TO WATCH NEXT Can Nonprofits charge for their services? | Fundraising Strategyhttps://youtu.be/kyi6XtWhR0EStarting a Nonprofit: Your Basic Compliance Checklist!https://youtu.be/28_vAxobgtoStarting a Nonprofit: How to Create a Budget (For Beginners)https://youtu.be/5Wv0I_SLpkw// CHAPTERS00:00 Welcome!01:17 Recap: What is a budget?01:52 When should you create your nonprofit budget?04:27 How much of the budget should be for salaries?06:09 How much do you include for expenses?08:58 What percent should be spent on what?12:32 What category do salaries fall in?13:30 How big are most nonprofit’s budgets?14:27 What are common budgeting mistakes?// MORE ABOUT ME Hi! I’m Amber, a nonprofit founder, Executive Director, and public speaker on social impact, changemaking, nonprofits, leadership, and more. Join my newsletter to receive updates and resources for changemakers and nonprofit leaders: https://tinyurl.com/nonprofitsandchangemakers FOUNDER TO FULL-TIME ACADEMY: Want some training and guidance on starting a nonprofit (and potentially even working for that nonprofit full-time someday?)? Check out my online training courses at my Nonprofit Founder to Full-Time Academy! http://foundertofulltime.com/ Want me to come speak at your business, college, school, or event? Check out my site: https://ambermelaniesmith.com/ On Facebook? Talk to me and other change makers about social change, nonprofits, social enterprise, leadership and more in my Facebook group, Change the World or Bust: https://www.facebook.com/groups/changetheworldorbust/ I’m also on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ambermelsmith
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Fundraising is one of the top challenges nonprofits face – so is it possible for nonprofits to charge for their services to generate sustainable revenue? Yep! Here’s how. #fundraising #nonprofits #nonprofitorganization If you are starting a nonprofit, fundraising for a nonprofit, or KNOW someone who is trying to start or fundraise for a nonprofit, I hope this helps!FOUNDER TO FULL-TIME: Check out my trainings and blog on starting a nonprofit or social enterprise at http://foundertofulltime.com/ // WHAT TO WATCH NEXT 7 Pro Bono Resources for Nonprofits | Starting A Nonprofithttps://youtu.be/-8M5UCYht7MStarting a Nonprofit: Your Basic Compliance Checklist!https://youtu.be/28_vAxobgtoNonprofit Fundraising: 7 Traits of Top Fundraising Campaignshttps://youtu.be/xGxy0byoY0E// CHAPTERS00:00 Welcome!01:15 What is earned income?02:25 Consideration #104:25 Consideration #205:06 Fee for Service06:02 Memberships06:40 Tuition07:16 Professional Services07:46 Product Sales08:37 Licensing09:41 Event Tickets10:26 Facility Fees11:15 Publications// MORE ABOUT ME Hi! I’m Amber, a nonprofit founder, Executive Director, and public speaker on social impact, changemaking, nonprofits, leadership, and more. Join my newsletter to receive updates and resources for changemakers and nonprofit leaders: https://tinyurl.com/nonprofitsandchangemakers FOUNDER TO FULL-TIME ACADEMY: Want some training and guidance on starting a nonprofit (and potentially even working for that nonprofit full-time someday?)? Check out my online training courses at my Nonprofit Founder to Full-Time Academy! http://foundertofulltime.com/ Want me to come speak at your business, college, school, or event? Check out my site: https://ambermelaniesmith.com/ On Facebook? Talk to me and other change makers about social change, nonprofits, social enterprise, leadership and more in my Facebook group, Change the World or Bust: https://www.facebook.com/groups/changetheworldorbust/ I’m also on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ambermelsmith
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![Starting a Nonprofit: Your Basic Compliance Checklist! [Video]](https://video.travel4meaning.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/mp_167352_0_0jpg.jpg)
Start a nonprofit? Know these compliance must-haves for starting and maintaining your nonprofit. #nonprofits #startinganonprofit #nonprofitWhen you’re starting a nonprofit, there are several documents you need to file to achieve tax exempt status – and your work’s not over after that. Each year, you’re also responsible for making sure some basic compliance items are taken care of in order to maintain your nonprofit status. In this video, we’ll talk through a checklist of some of those items so you can plan to get on top of it and keep your nonprofit status safe! If you are starting a nonprofit, thinking about it, or have just started a nonprofit, or KNOW someone who is trying to start a nonprofit, I hope this helps!FOUNDER TO FULL-TIME: Check out my trainings and blog on starting a nonprofit or social enterprise at http://foundertofulltime.com/ // WHAT TO WATCH NEXT 7 Pro Bono Resources for Nonprofits | Starting A Nonprofithttps://youtu.be/-8M5UCYht7MStarting a Nonprofit: 6 Must-Have Infrastructure Needshttps://youtu.be/wQRzMCL_6DwStarting a Nonprofit: Finding the Right Co-Founder(s)https://youtu.be/QqHwZuuGl6Y// CHAPTERS00:00 Welcome!02:40 Registration03:33 Tax-Exemption04:58 Fundraising License05:58 Financial Reporting07:02 Board Governance08:54 Employment Laws09:53 Fundraising Ongoing11:39 Data Protection12:29 Mission-Specific Compliance// MORE ABOUT ME Hi! I’m Amber, a nonprofit founder, Executive Director, and public speaker on social impact, changemaking, nonprofits, leadership, and more. Join my newsletter to receive updates and resources for changemakers and nonprofit leaders: https://tinyurl.com/nonprofitsandchangemakers FOUNDER TO FULL-TIME ACADEMY: Want some training and guidance on starting a nonprofit (and potentially even working for that nonprofit full-time someday?)? Check out my online training courses at my Nonprofit Founder to Full-Time Academy! http://foundertofulltime.com/ Want me to come speak at your business, college, school, or event? Check out my site: https://ambermelaniesmith.com/ On Facebook? Talk to me and other change makers about social change, nonprofits, social enterprise, leadership and more in my Facebook group, Change the World or Bust: https://www.facebook.com/groups/changetheworldorbust/ I’m also on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ambermelsmith
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Can Nonprofits have paid staff? Let’s discuss.#nonprofit #nonprofits #startinganonprofit #nonprofitmyths #nonprofitorganization #nonprofitjobsJoin my newsletter with tips and resources for Changemakers and Nonprofit Leaders!https://tinyurl.com/nonprofitsandchangemakers
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Starting a nonprofit? Many pro bono resources exist to support you: Legal to marketing, and more. #startinganonprofit #nonprofits #probono In this video I’ll talk through 7 places you might find pro bono support for your new or growing nonprofit organization. Let’s go! // MERCHANDISEhttps://ambermelaniesmith.myspreadshop.com/This shop is dedicated to YOU, fellow changemakers! Grab a tee-shirt, mug, bag, or other gear and go do what you do best: CHANGE THE WORLD! Revenue supports this YouTube channel! // WHAT TO WATCH NEXT Starting a Nonprofit: How to Create a Budget (For Beginners)https://youtu.be/5Wv0I_SLpkwHow to Write a Nonprofit Business Plan | Starting a Nonprofithttps://youtu.be/HXvkz2l2NRMNonprofit Fundraising: 7 Ways ChatGPT can helphttps://youtu.be/KIcikwjUw5Y// CHAPTERS00:00 Welcome!01:22 A Pro Bono Checklist04:21 Online Volunteer Platforms05:32 Universities07:25 Professional Associations08:18 Legal Aid Organizations09:18 Corporate Pro Bono Programs11:12 Other Nonprofits12:38 Networks// MORE ABOUT ME Hi! I’m Amber, a nonprofit founder, Executive Director, and public speaker on social impact, changemaking, nonprofits, leadership, and more. Join my newsletter to receive updates and resources for changemakers and nonprofit leaders: https://tinyurl.com/nonprofitsandchangemakers FOUNDER TO FULL-TIME ACADEMY: Want some training and guidance on starting a nonprofit (and potentially even working for that nonprofit full-time someday?)? Check out my online training courses at my Nonprofit Founder to Full-Time Academy! http://foundertofulltime.com/ Want me to come speak at your business, college, school, or event? Check out my site: https://ambermsmith.com/ On Facebook? Talk to me and other change makers about social change, nonprofits, social enterprise, leadership and more in my Facebook group, Change the World or Bust: https://www.facebook.com/groups/changetheworldorbust/ I’m also on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ambermelsmith// REFERENCED LINKShttps://www.probonopartner.org/ https://48in48.org/ https://www.probonopartner.org/nonprofits-clients/legal-services-we-provide/ https://www.councilofnonprofits.org/find-your-state-association
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There are 3 ways to hire staff for your nonprofit that I’m sharing in today’s video | Nonprofit Management 101 | Hiring staff for your social impact business can be one of the hardest decisions to make but in this video I’m sharing your 3 best options and how to know which is right when starting and running your nonprofit. As a social entrepreneur starting a nonprofit is the first phase of entrepreneurship but hiring to build your nonprofit requires leadership and nonprofit management practices to grow it and create sustainability. #nonprofit #socialentrepreneurship #leadership ______________________________________________________________________________________________***Ready to Unleash Your Something Amazing?!***Join the Unleash Your Profit Group Coaching Program: As a brand strategist, I coach entrepreneurs through the transition from startup to profitability. If you’re interested in working with me in my group coaching program be sure to click the link below for a link to the Unleash Your Profit Course. Learn more about the Unleash Your Profit course here: ashleetate.com/work-with-me***For my Social Entrepreneurs***How to Start Your Nonprofit I’ve helped nearly 200 Founders start and build their nonprofits and social impact businesses with my Unleash Your Purpose Course where I walk you through each step in 30 days or less! Check it out here: ashleetate.com/work-with-me***Not quite ready to take the leap?***Still on the fence? Come join over 700+ members in the tribe on the same journey for free! Join us here: ashleetate.com/jointhetribeLooking forward to walking with you on this journey!________________________________________________________________________________________________***Watch These Videos Next***Your Vision Matters: https://youtu.be/Y5v0-TAgdTgAchieve Your Goals: https://youtu.be/vXhJrvHowPEHow to Reset Your Life and Achieve Your Goals: https://youtu.be/yGaWJyIKNdY***Who is Ashlee Tate?***Ashlee Tate is a Strategic Communications Consultant and self-proclaimed serial entrepreneur. Combining her skills in the areas of branding, event planning, public relations, social media, and strategic planning, Ashlee helps clients design a life and business they love ON purpose. Ashlee holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Healthcare Administration from California State University, Sacramento, and a Master’s degree in Organizational Communications and Leadership from Gonzaga University. Her online business, The Socialife Diaries, provides group coaching to budding entrepreneurs and nonprofit founders. In addition, she provides face-to-face business consulting to her local community with the Shasta Cascade Business Development Center.Since 2015, Ashlee has been the founder and executive director of LaunchPad 4 Kids, Inc., a nonprofit designed to provide children from underserved environments the opportunity to participate in extracurricular activities through crowdfunding. As a veteran of the United States Army, Ashlee Tate is no stranger to teamwork, commitment, and community service. Over the past 11 years, during her time in Redding, CA, Ashlee has served her community by participating in various nonprofit organizations and boards including The Chamber of Commerce, United Way, and The Girl Scouts of Northern California. To highlight the community she loves, Ashlee created and co-hosted a local television show on the Public Broadcast Station KIXE Channel 9 in Redding, CA. The Forum ran for five years featuring ‘interesting people doing interesting things in the Northstate’.Ashlee believes in the power of connection and purpose in everything she does. In between spending time with her husband and two children, Ashlee enjoys entertaining, traveling the world, or just reading a good book. You can see more behind the scenes and inspo on Instagram @thesocialifediaries_______________________________________________________________________________________________Intro track: Music Info: Love of Mine by Maya GranbergProduced by: Tobias FagerstromMusic link: https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/IWnmFSMYfn/Background tracks: Music Info: Angel In Disguise (instrumental)Produced By: David HalseyComposed By:Collin LimMusic Link: https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/XKlr4L90zl/
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Nonprofits can fundraise many ways, but an Earned Income strategy is a great option. In this video, I’ll share a recap of what an Earned Income strategy is, and talk through several things you need to consider to determine if this fundraising model could be a good fit for your nonprofit organization!// MERCHANDISEhttps://ambermelaniesmith.myspreadshop.com/This shop is dedicated to YOU, fellow changemakers! Grab a tee-shirt, mug, bag, or other gear and go do what you do best: CHANGE THE WORLD! Revenue supports this YouTube channel! // WHAT TO WATCH NEXT How to Write a Nonprofit Business Plan | Starting a Nonprofithttps://youtu.be/HXvkz2l2NRMStarting A Nonprofit: Your First 3 Years (What to Do / Expect!)https://youtu.be/5ShCah36-W4Nonprofit Fundraising: 7 Ways ChatGPT can helphttps://youtu.be/KIcikwjUw5Y// CHAPTERS00:00 Welcome!01:45 What is earned income?04:20 Mission Alignment06:36 Market Demand07:29 Capacity09:01 Financial Feasibility10:25 Risks11:51 Strategic Fit13:22 Stakeholders14:41 Measuring Success// MORE ABOUT ME Hi! I’m Amber, a nonprofit founder, Executive Director, and public speaker on social impact, changemaking, nonprofits, leadership, and more. Join my newsletter to receive updates and resources for changemakers and nonprofit leaders: https://tinyurl.com/nonprofitsandchangemakers FOUNDER TO FULL-TIME ACADEMY: Want some training and guidance on starting a nonprofit (and potentially even working for that nonprofit full-time someday?)? Check out my online training courses at my Nonprofit Founder to Full-Time Academy! http://foundertofulltime.com/ Want me to come speak at your business, college, school, or event? Check out my site: https://ambermsmith.com/ On Facebook? Talk to me and other change makers about social change, nonprofits, social enterprise, leadership and more in my Facebook group, Change the World or Bust: https://www.facebook.com/groups/changetheworldorbust/ I’m also on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ambermelsmith
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How do you start a nonprofit if you have no start-up money? #Nonprofits #Nonprofit #StartingANonprofitIf you are starting a nonprofit, thinking about it, or have just started a nonprofit, or KNOW someone who is trying to start a nonprofit, I hope this helps!// MERCHANDISEhttps://ambermelaniesmith.myspreadshop.com/This shop is dedicated to YOU, fellow changemakers! Grab a tee-shirt, mug, bag, or other gear and go do what you do best: CHANGE THE WORLD! Revenue supports this YouTube channel! // WHAT TO WATCH NEXT How to Write a Nonprofit Business Plan | Starting a Nonprofithttps://youtu.be/HXvkz2l2NRMStarting A Nonprofit: Your First 3 Years (What to Do / Expect!)https://youtu.be/5ShCah36-W410 Nonprofit Startup Terms – How many do YOU Know? (Test Yourself!)https://youtu.be/SqNFxmWuyIE// CHAPTERS00:00 Welcome00:59 Intro 01:39 Phase 1 – Research03:28 Phase 2 – Raising Start-Up Funds14:46 Phase 3 – The Legal Paperwork// MORE ABOUT ME Hi! I’m Amber, a nonprofit founder, Executive Director, and public speaker on social impact, changemaking, nonprofits, leadership, and more. Join my newsletter to receive updates and resources for changemakers and nonprofit leaders: https://tinyurl.com/nonprofitsandchangemakers FOUNDER TO FULL-TIME ACADEMY: Want some training and guidance on starting a nonprofit (and potentially even working for that nonprofit full-time someday?)? Check out my online training courses at my Nonprofit Founder to Full-Time Academy! http://foundertofulltime.com/ Want me to come speak at your business, college, school, or event? Check out my site: https://ambermsmith.com/ On Facebook? Talk to me and other change makers about social change, nonprofits, social enterprise, leadership and more in my Facebook group, Change the World or Bust: https://www.facebook.com/groups/changetheworldorbust/ I’m also on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ambermelsmith