New Nonprofits + Foundations

Starting a nonprofit or foundation is a great way to make a difference in the world. We provide a quick, straightforward solution to help you get started. We work with all categories of nonprofits — public charities, foundations, business leagues, professional athletes, religious groups, schools, social entrepreneurs, and more. Our clients are diverse — but they are all using the tools we’ve given them so that they can make a difference in the world.

We empower you to have the knowledge you need to run your nonprofit with confidence. Austin, Texas nonprofit attorney Mollie Cullinane has 100% success rate in establishing non-profits with tax-exempt status before the IRS.

 

Complete Package – Nonprofit Corporation+ Tax-Exempt Start-Up

Ready to Start a 501(c)(3) Tax-Exempt Nonprofit or Foundation?

Many people do not realize that setting up such an entity includes two major steps: (1) setting up your organization as a state corporation and (2) applying to the IRS for tax-exempt status. We complete all of the work to set up your group as a nonprofit corporation and as a tax-exempt entity – state corporate matters and IRS applications. This really is a Complete Package. We handle it all.

We serve as the correspondent with the government agencies throughout the process. We answer all of your questions about fundraising, selecting board members, managing for-profit/non-profit arrangements, reporting requirements, hiring a staff, and more. We will:

        • Reserve your nonprofit name
        • Draft and file the Articles of Incorporation in the state
        • Obtain a Tax Identification Number (EIN) from the IRS
        • Work with your staff to write a statement of purpose, mission statement, and description of your program activities, as required by the IRS
        • Advise founders on board of director selection and determine structural board issues
        • Work with your staff on the preparation of a three-year budget, as required by the IRS
        • Draft bylaws
        • Draft IRS Exemption Application (501(c) category – Form 1023, 1024 or other)
        • File Form 2848 (power or attorney) with the IRS
        • File state tax-exemption application and/or registration
        • Draft the organizational meeting agenda for the first meeting of the board of directors
        • Prepare governing documents, including Document Retention Policy, Conflict of Interest Policy, Whistleblower Policy
        • Serve as your representative before the IRS with any inquiries related to your application.

We offer standardized fees — so there are no surprises. We are an Austin, Texas nonprofit law firm, and help clients nationwide.

 

 

 

Get 501(c)(3) Tax-Exempt Status for Your Nonprofit or Foundation

IRS 501(c)(3) Application

After you have set up a state nonprofit corporation, the next big step for your organization is the IRS’s 501(c)(3) application. This IRS application (Form 1023) is needed to gain tax-exempt status for your group.

Benefits to to having 501(c)(3) status?

        • Donors and contributors can make tax-deductible donations to your group
        • Your organization will be exempt from certain federal income tax obligations
        • Qualification to apply for private, public, and foundation grants
        • Lower postage rate on certain mailings
        • Credibility and assurance to board members, donors, and the general public.

The IRS estimates that it takes a novice 105 hours to complete this application. We handle the complex paperwork for you. We not only complete the application and necessary schedules for you, we personally advise you on a variety of legal matters. And we serve as your legal representative before the IRS throughout the process.

We’re good at this. Mollie Cullinane has 100% success rate on 1023 applications for nonprofit’s 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status before the IRS. We take care of all the details -

        • Work with your staff to write a statement of purpose, mission statement, and description of your program activities, as required by the IRS
        • Work with your staff on the preparation of a three-year budget, as required by the IRS
        • Review your bylaws and advise if changes are suggested
        • Draft IRS Exemption Application (501(c) category – Form 1023, 1024 or other)
        • File Form 2848 (power or attorney) with the IRS
        • Serve as your legal representative before the IRS
        • Review needed governing documents, including Document Retention Policy, Conflict of Interest Policy, Whistleblower Policy
        • Serve as your representative before the IRS with any inquiries related to your application.