Select the Board of Directors

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The board of directors is the governing body of a nonprofit organization. The responsibilities of the board include discussing and voting on the highest priority issues, setting organizational policies, and hiring and evaluating key staff. Board members are not required to know everything about nonprofit management, but they are expected to act prudently and in the best interests of the organization. They approve operating budgets, establish long-term plans, and carry out fundraising activities.

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• Starting a Nonprofit Organization Overview
• File the Certificate of Incorporation
• Select the Board of Directors
• Develop Vision and Mission Statements
• Establish Bylaws and Board Policies
• Obtain an Employer Identification Number (EIN)
• Open a Bank Account
• Open a Bank Account
• File for Federal Tax Exemption
• Follow State and Local Nonprofit Regulations
• Find Office Space and Obtain Office Equipment
• Recruit Staff and Prepare a Personnel Manual
• Establish a Payroll System
• Develop an Overall Fundraising Plan