With over a million active organizations, America has the most advanced system of nonprofits in the world. From social clubs to cancer research laboratories, these groups show the generosity and willingness of Americans to work together for the common good. Forming a nonprofit corporation is not difficult, and whether you want to start a local school or a national cause group, you can use this book to get the organization started. This book includes all of the forms and instructions needed to form a nonprofit corporation, including bylaws, minutes, notice, and much more. This book explains in simple language: Advantages and disadvantages Applying for tax exemptions of a nonprofit corporation Protecting your nonprofit status Types of nonprofits Charitable solicitation rules Step-by-step procedures for forming your nonprofit Running your nonprofit It includes: State-by-state laws and addresses Useful Internet addresses Many resources for nonprofits Eighteen ready-to-use forms