Ask Sid: Online Guidance on Starting a Nonprofit Organization - AARP Bulletin Advocacy

Click Your Way to Nonprofit Status

Q. I’d like to start a nonprofit organization when I retire next year. Where do I begin? A. There’s plenty of information online to guide your way. One helpful first step on establishing a nonprofit is to look over the . You’ll also want to , which likely offers training and other resources. Your state’s chapter also may be able to recommend attorneys who specialize in setting up nonprofit organizations, or you can . The and about applying for tax exemptions. For more general information and statistics, check out the . And for just about everything else, Michigan State University offers a with more than 100 resources on establishing and running a nonprofit group. Sid Kirchheimer writes about consumer and health issues. Cancel You are leaving AARP.org and going to the website of our trusted provider. The provider’s terms, conditions and policies apply. Please return to AARP.org to learn more about other benefits. Your email address is now confirmed. You'll start receiving the latest news, benefits, events, and programs related to AARP's mission to empower people to choose how they live as they age. You can also by updating your account at anytime. You will be asked to register or log in. Cancel Offer Details Disclosures

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