{"id":5378,"date":"2025-01-07T09:06:46","date_gmt":"2025-01-07T14:06:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/content.findlaw-admin.com\/ability-law\/smallbusiness\/starting-a-business\/how-to-start-a-nonprofit-in-nyc.html"},"modified":"2025-06-02T13:09:00","modified_gmt":"2025-06-02T18:09:00","slug":"how-to-start-a-nonprofit-in-nyc","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/starting-a-business\/how-to-start-a-nonprofit-in-nyc.html","title":{"rendered":"How To Start a Nonprofit in NYC"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<section data-testid=\"fl-simple-hero\"  class=\"fl-simple-hero\">\n    <div class=\"fl-simple-hero-container fl-container fl-flex fl-items-center\">\n                <div class=\"fl-simple-hero-title\" data-testid=\"fl-simple-hero-title\">How To Start a Nonprofit in NYC<\/div>\n            <\/div>\n<\/section>\n    <div class=\"fl-container\">\n        <div class=\"updated-breadcrumb-list\">\n            <ol>\n                        <li>\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\">FindLaw <\/a>\n                <span class=\"breadcrumb-separator\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\/<\/span>\n            <\/li>\n                                <li aria-current=\"page\">How To Start a Nonprofit in NYC<\/li>\n            <\/ol>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"fl-sectionWithSidebar fl-container fl-flex fl-flex-wrap fl-gap30  wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 fl-sectionWithSidebar fl-container fl-flex fl-flex-wrap fl-gap30\">\n<div class=\"fl-section-main fl-page-articles fl-section-main fl-section-main-full-width\"><h1 class=\"fl-no-margin-top\">How To Start a Nonprofit in NYC<\/h1>\n\n<section class=\"fl-gutenberg-byline\">\n    <div class=\"fl-gutenberg-byline-content\">\n                    By <a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/company\/our-team\/natalie-moritz\/\">Natalie Moritz<\/a> | Legally reviewed by <a\n                href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/company\/our-team\/amber-sheppard-esq\/\">Amber Sheppard, Esq.<\/a>\n                | Last updated\n        <time>\n                            June 02, 2025\n                    <\/time>\n    <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"fl-gutenberg-byline-editorial-note fl-text-sm\">\n            <p>Editorial Note: We earn a commission from affiliate partner links on FindLaw. 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We make every effort to keep our articles updated. For information regarding a specific legal issue affecting you, please <a href=\"https:\/\/lawyers.findlaw.com\/?fli=bylinelink\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">contact an attorney in your area<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/details>\n<\/section>\n\n\n    <div class=\"fl-callout-text article-blockquote\">\n        <p><i>Creating a nonprofit organization in New York City requires many steps including choosing a name, establishing a board of directors, drafting bylaws, incorporating your nonprofit, and applying for local, state, and federal tax-exempt status. Learn all the steps necessary to start a New York City nonprofit.<\/i><\/p>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><b><i>Form your nonprofit with confidence.\u202f<a href=\"https:\/\/legalzoomcominc.pxf.io\/c\/4851649\/2115293\/26746?subId1=how-to-start-a-nonprofit-in-nyc-in-content\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\" data-cta=\"Biz LZ - LATL Callout\" data-cta-url=\"legalzoom.com\" target=\"_blank\">Our trusted partner LegalZoom has packages starting at $99 + filing fees.<\/a><\/i><\/b><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"tableOfContent\">\n    <div class=\"table-of-contents\">\n        <span role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\" class=\"table-of-contents__title\">14 Steps To Start a NYC Nonprofit<\/span>\n                <ul class=\"table-of-contents__list\">\n                        <li><a href=\"#One\" title=\"1. Choose and Register Your Business Name\">1. Choose and Register Your Business Name<\/a><\/li>\n                        <li><a href=\"#Two\" title=\"2. Decide if You Want To Name a Registered Agent\">2. Decide if You Want To Name a Registered Agent<\/a><\/li>\n                        <li><a href=\"#Three\" title=\"3. Incorporate Your NYC Nonprofit\">3. Incorporate Your NYC Nonprofit<\/a><\/li>\n                        <li><a href=\"#Four\" title=\"4. Choose Organization Type\">4. Choose Organization Type<\/a><\/li>\n                        <li><a href=\"#Five\" title=\"5. Establish a Board of Directors\">5. Establish a Board of Directors<\/a><\/li>\n                        <li><a href=\"#Six\" title=\"6. Secure Any Necessary State Agency Approval\">6. Secure Any Necessary State Agency Approval<\/a><\/li>\n                        <li><a href=\"#Seven\" title=\"7. Create Your Nonprofit&#039;s Corporate Bylaws\">7. Create Your Nonprofit&#8217;s Corporate Bylaws<\/a><\/li>\n                        <li><a href=\"#Eight\" title=\"8. Hold the First Meeting of Your Board of Directors\">8. Hold the First Meeting of Your Board of Directors<\/a><\/li>\n                        <li><a href=\"#Nine\" title=\"9. File for Your Federal and State Employer Identification Numbers\">9. File for Your Federal and State Employer Identification Numbers<\/a><\/li>\n                        <li><a href=\"#Ten\" title=\"10. Apply for Federal Tax-Exempt Status With the IRS\">10. Apply for Federal Tax-Exempt Status With the IRS<\/a><\/li>\n                        <li><a href=\"#Eleven\" title=\"11. File for City and State Tax Exemptions\">11. File for City and State Tax Exemptions<\/a><\/li>\n                        <li><a href=\"#Twelve\" title=\"12. Register With the New York Charities Bureau\">12. Register With the New York Charities Bureau<\/a><\/li>\n                        <li><a href=\"#Thirteen\" title=\"13. Secure NYC Business Licenses and Permits\">13. Secure NYC Business Licenses and Permits<\/a><\/li>\n                        <li><a href=\"#Fourteen\" title=\"14. Research NYC Employment Laws\">14. Research NYC Employment Laws<\/a><\/li>\n                    <\/ul>\n            <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.legalzoom.com\/business\/business-formation\/nonprofit-overview.html?irgwc=1&amp;irclickid=T89T1WxAzxycTtu24zQbt0aFUksQSuzOO1ga3M0&amp;sharedid=&amp;irpid=4851649&amp;utm_medium=affiliate&amp;utm_campaign=FindLaw&amp;ir_partnerid=4851649&amp;ir_adid=2115293&amp;ir_campaignid=26746\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Starting a nonprofit organization in New York City<\/a> involves some local regulations that differ from the state of New York. Most of the nonprofit formation process aligns with the state. Only a few administrative processes for nonprofits in New York City differ from most state laws.<\/p>\n<p>The federal, state, and local statutes and rules\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/incorporation-and-legal-structures\/nonprofit-membership-class-intentions-matter.html\">governing nonprofits<\/a>\u00a0are complex. Some business owners choose to get professional advice and\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/business-lawyer-resources\/when-do-i-need-a-business-lawyer-for-my-small-business.html\">legal guidance<\/a>.\u00a0For information on starting a New York nonprofit corporation outside New York City, see\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/starting-a-business\/how-to-start-a-nonprofit-in-new-york.html\">How To Start a Nonprofit in New York<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>The overview below provides a step-by-step guide for starting a\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/legalzoomcominc.pxf.io\/c\/4851649\/2115293\/26746?subId1=how-to-start-a-nonprofit-in-nyc&amp;auto-aff-non-profit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">nonprofit<\/a>\u00a0organization in New York City.<\/p>\n<h2>Why You Should Incorporate Your NYC Nonprofit<\/h2>\n<p>While you can run your NYC nonprofit as an unincorporated nonprofit association, most small business owners choose\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/incorporation-and-legal-structures\/top-five-reasons-to-incorporate-a-non-profit-organization.html\">to incorporate their nonprofit<\/a>. There are a few reasons for this:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>An unincorporated association&#8217;s officers, directors, and members are\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/liability-and-insurance\/liability-definition.html\">personally liable<\/a>\u00a0for any debts or obligations of the association. An incorporated nonprofit protects those involved from personal liability.<\/li>\n<li>Recognition as a\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/incorporation-and-legal-structures\/becoming-a-tax-exempt-organization.html\">tax-exempt organization<\/a>\u00a0is more difficult to obtain for unincorporated nonprofits.<\/li>\n<li>Nonprofit corporations have a wider pool of funding and grant opportunities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The steps below detail how to start an incorporated nonprofit\u00a0or a\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/incorporation-and-legal-structures\/non-profit-corporation-faq.html\">nonprofit corporation<\/a>\u00a0that complies with New York City, New York State, and federal laws.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"fl-legal-zoom-cta fl-flex fl-items-center\">\n    <div class=\"fl-legal-zoom-cta-icons fl-flex fl-flex-column\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\"\n            src=\"https://www.findlaw.com/static/c/images\/images\/w_1200,c_limit,dpr_auto\/f_auto,q_auto:eco\/v1745900043\/ability-law\/wp-prod\/general-components-legal-zoom-legal_zoom_129163c1e\/general-components-legal-zoom-legal_zoom_129163c1e.png?_i=AA\"\n            alt=\"\"\n            loading=\"lazy\"\n            class=\"fl-legal-zoom-cta-icon-main\"\n        \/>\n        <img decoding=\"async\"\n            src=\"https://www.findlaw.com/static/c/images\/images\/w_1200,c_limit,dpr_auto\/f_auto,q_auto:eco\/v1745857465\/ability-law\/wp-prod\/general-components-legal-zoom-legal_zoom_text_1294fc38a\/general-components-legal-zoom-legal_zoom_text_1294fc38a.png?_i=AA\"\n            alt=\"\"\n            loading=\"lazy\"\n            class=\"fl-legal-zoom-cta-icon-bottom\"\n        \/>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"fl-legal-zoom-cta-text\">\n        <div class=\"fl-legal-zoom-cta-subtitle\"><p>Meet FindLaw&#8217;s <b>trusted partner LegalZoom<\/b>, an industry leader in online business formations<\/p>\n<\/div>\n        <div class=\"fl-legal-zoom-cta-content fl-flex fl-items-center\">\n            <div>\n                <h2 class=\"fl-title-H2 fl-legal-zoom-cta-title\">Let&#8217;s start your nonprofit!<\/h2>\n                <div class=\"fl-legal-zoom-cta-description\"><p>Join the millions who launched their businesses with LegalZoom. <b>Nonprofit registration starts at $99 + filing fees.<\/b><\/p>\n<\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <a class=\"fl-button fl-link-button primary fl-legal-zoom-cta-button diy-biz-affiliate\" data-cta-url=\"legalzoom.com\" data-cta=\"Biz LZ - StateLaws Banner\" aria-disabled=\"false\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/legalzoomcominc.pxf.io\/c\/4851649\/2115293\/26746?subId1=how-to-start-a-nonprofit-in-nyc-mcta\" target=\"_blank\">\n                <span class=\"fl-button-content\">Get Started<\/span>\n                <i class=\"fa fa-angle-right medium\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n            <\/a>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2>14 Steps To Start a NYC Nonprofit<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"general-step-component\">\n    <div class=\"steps-container\">\n                    <div class=\"steps-container-item\">\n                <div class=\"category-overview category-overview-item-steps\">\n                    <div class=\"category-overview-heading category-overview-heading-steps\">\n                        <div class=\"category-overview-steps\">\n                            1\n                        <\/div>\n                        <h2 class=\"category-overview-steps-title\" id=\"One\">Choose and Register Your Business Name<\/h2>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"category-overview-content-steps\">\n                        <p>You must\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/starting-a-business\/business-names-do-s-and-don-ts.html\">select a unique name<\/a>\u00a0for your NYC nonprofit. Your name should be distinct, but simple and easy to remember. It should also clearly reflect\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/starting-a-business\/how-to-write-a-mission-statement-for-a-nonprofit.html\">your nonprofit&#8217;s mission<\/a>. Choose a name that resonates with your\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/business-operations\/your-target-market.html\">target market<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>There are also legal considerations for\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/starting-a-business\/choosing-a-business-name.html\">choosing your nonprofit&#8217;s name<\/a>. You must follow state guidelines, which specify the name must:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Include an organizational designation, like \u201cIncorporated&#8221; or \u201cInc.&#8221;<\/li>\n<li>Be distinguishable from other business names used in the state. You can search for registered names on the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/apps.dos.ny.gov\/publicInquiry\/#search\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">New York Department of State website<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Not be deceptive<\/li>\n<li>Not imply the organization was formed for any purpose other than those included in its\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/dos.ny.gov\/certificate-incorporation-domestic-business-corporation\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">certificate of incorporation<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Not have any words that suggest that the organization is acting as an agent of the United States or New York governments<\/li>\n<li>Not include obscene words, ridicule any person or group, or imply it engages in unlawful activities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>New York statute includes a\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/codes.findlaw.com\/ny\/business-corporation-law\/bsc-sect-301.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">list of words you cannot use<\/a>\u00a0to name your\u00a0nonprofit\u00a0without approval. Those terms include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Board of Trade<\/li>\n<li>State police<\/li>\n<li>Urban development<\/li>\n<li>Chamber of commerce<\/li>\n<li>State trooper<\/li>\n<li>Urban relocation<\/li>\n<li>Community renewal<\/li>\n<li>Tenant relocation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Your name must not already be in use by\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/intellectual-property\/avoiding-infringement-problems.html\">another business entity<\/a>. New York does not have an online searchable database of registered business names. To see if your selected name is already registered,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/dos.ny.gov\/reservation-name-domestic-and-foreign-business-corporations#:~:text=Complete%20and%20file%20an%20Application,Washington%20Avenue%2C%20Albany%2C%20NY%2012231\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">submit a written request<\/a>\u00a0to:<\/p>\n<p>The Department of State<\/p>\n<p>Division of Corporations<\/p>\n<p>One Commerce Plaza<\/p>\n<p>99 Washington Avenue<\/p>\n<p>Albany, NY 12231<\/p>\n<p>Your written request should state that you wish to find an available name. Provide any names you would like searched. Keep a copy of this request. It helps to include it when you later submit your business name for filing.<\/p>\n<p>You can\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/dos.ny.gov\/reservation-name-domestic-and-foreign-business-corporations\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">reserve your business name<\/a> for up to 60 days if you are not ready to formally incorporate\u00a0your business. To do this, file the <a href=\"https:\/\/dos.ny.gov\/system\/files\/documents\/2018\/10\/0234-f.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Application of Reservation of Name<\/a>\u00a0with the NYS Department of State, Division of Corporations. This requires a $20 filing fee.<\/p>\n<p>If your nonprofit will do business\u00a0in other\u00a0states, you should also\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.uspto.gov\/trademarks\/search\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">search for your business name<\/a>\u00a0on the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) website. If your name is already\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/intellectual-property\/registering-a-trademark.html\">federally trademarked<\/a>, it is best to choose a different name.<\/p>\n\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"steps-container-item\">\n                <div class=\"category-overview category-overview-item-steps\">\n                    <div class=\"category-overview-heading category-overview-heading-steps\">\n                        <div class=\"category-overview-steps\">\n                            2\n                        <\/div>\n                        <h2 class=\"category-overview-steps-title\" id=\"Two\">Decide if You Want To Name a Registered Agent<\/h2>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"category-overview-content-steps\">\n                        <p>New York is one of the few states that does not require corporations to appoint a\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/starting-a-business\/what-is-a-registered-agent-.html\">registered agent<\/a>. A registered agent is a corporation&#8217;s legal point of contact responsible for\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/dictionary.findlaw.com\/definition\/service-of-process.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">service of process<\/a>, or receiving legal documents.<\/p>\n<p>The New York Secretary of State\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/dos.ny.gov\/service-processnotice-claim\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">serves as your default registered agent<\/a>. The Secretary of State forwards any legal documents it receives to your organization.<\/p>\n<p>You can\u00a0name a\u00a0registered agent. You have the option to\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/starting-a-business\/how-to-become-a-registered-agent.html\">name yourself<\/a>\u00a0or anyone involved with your organization. You can also use a registered agent service.<\/p>\n<p>Your registered agent must live in New York. If you use a registered agent service, it must be authorized to transact business in the state. Your registered agent must also be available during regular business hours to sign for legal documents.<\/p>\n\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"steps-container-item\">\n                <div class=\"category-overview category-overview-item-steps\">\n                    <div class=\"category-overview-heading category-overview-heading-steps\">\n                        <div class=\"category-overview-steps\">\n                            3\n                        <\/div>\n                        <h2 class=\"category-overview-steps-title\" id=\"Three\">Incorporate Your NYC Nonprofit<\/h2>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"category-overview-content-steps\">\n                        <p>To register your nonprofit corporation, you must file a\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/dos.ny.gov\/certificate-incorporation-domestic-not-profit-corporations-0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">certificate of incorporation with the New York Department of State, Division of Corporations<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>This certificate serves as your organization&#8217;s\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/incorporation-and-legal-structures\/writing-and-filing-the-articles-of-incorporation.html\">articles of incorporation<\/a>. This step is key if you file for tax-exempt status\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/charities-non-profits\/charitable-organizations\/exemption-requirements-501c3-organizations\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>To be eligible for a\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/incorporation-and-legal-structures\/becoming-a-tax-exempt-organization.html\">federal tax exemption<\/a>, your certificate of incorporation must include language stating your organization&#8217;s purpose is solely one or more of the following:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Charitable<\/li>\n<li>Educational<\/li>\n<li>Religious<\/li>\n<li>Scientific<\/li>\n<li>Fostering amateur sports competition<\/li>\n<li>Prevention of cruelty to children or animals<\/li>\n<li>Testing for public safety<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) requires your certificate to state a clear plan for your organization&#8217;s assets in the event of dissolution, or\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/closing-a-business\/necessary-steps-to-dissolve-your-company.html\">closing your business<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Although not an IRS requirement, New York City\u00a0also requires your certificate to include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Your corporation&#8217;s name<\/li>\n<li>The county where your corporate office operates<\/li>\n<li>The names and addresses of the initial directors<\/li>\n<li>If you have not named a registered agent, the address where the secretary of state should mail a copy of any service of process<\/li>\n<li>Provisions regarding how your corporation will govern its internal affairs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The Department of State website has a\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/dos.ny.gov\/system\/files\/documents\/2023\/01\/1511-f.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">fillable form<\/a>\u00a0to file your certificate of incorporation.<\/p>\n<p>You can then register for a New York <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tax.ny.gov\/bus\/multi\/register_license.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">business account<\/a>\u00a0for taxation purposes.<\/p>\n\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"steps-container-item\">\n                <div class=\"category-overview category-overview-item-steps\">\n                    <div class=\"category-overview-heading category-overview-heading-steps\">\n                        <div class=\"category-overview-steps\">\n                            4\n                        <\/div>\n                        <h2 class=\"category-overview-steps-title\" id=\"Four\">Choose Organization Type<\/h2>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"category-overview-content-steps\">\n                        <p>After forming your New York nonprofit\u00a0as a corporation, you can organize as either a religious corporation or a non-religious corporation.<\/p>\n<p>All non-religious corporations must organize as\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/codes.findlaw.com\/ny\/notforprofit-corporation-law\/npc-sect-201\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">one of the four following types<\/a>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Type A<\/b>:\u00a0Non-business purposes. Includes corporations that fall into the following categories: civic, political, social, athletic, fraternal, agricultural, horticultural, and patriotic. Also includes associations organized for the following purposes: professional, industrial, commercial, trade, and service.<\/li>\n<li><b>Type B<\/b>:\u00a0Non-business purposes: charitable, educational, cultural, religious, literary, scientific, prevention of cruelty to children or animals<\/li>\n<li><b>Type C<\/b>:\u00a0Public or partial-public purposes, often those that a for-profit corporation usually performs. This includes Type A and Type B activities conducted by an organization that would otherwise classify as Type C.<\/li>\n<li><b>Type D<\/b>:\u00a0Organized for any other purpose.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Your nonprofit might be classified under more than one type. For example:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>If your nonprofit&#8217;s activities could be classified as both Type A and Type B, it should be incorporated as a Type B nonprofit.<\/li>\n<li>If your nonprofit&#8217;s activities could be classified as Type C along with any of the other types, you will be classified as Type C only.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Religious corporations organized under the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/codes.findlaw.com\/ny\/religious-corporations-law\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Religious Corporations Law<\/a>\u00a0enable members to meet for worship or other religious observances.<\/p>\n\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"steps-container-item\">\n                <div class=\"category-overview category-overview-item-steps\">\n                    <div class=\"category-overview-heading category-overview-heading-steps\">\n                        <div class=\"category-overview-steps\">\n                            5\n                        <\/div>\n                        <h2 class=\"category-overview-steps-title\" id=\"Five\">Establish a Board of Directors<\/h2>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"category-overview-content-steps\">\n                        <p>Every corporation needs a board of directors.&nbsp;The board of directors serves as a&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/incorporation-and-legal-structures\/corporate-structure-directors-to-shareholders.html\">corporation&#8217;s governing body<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>New York law requires you to name at least three directors to your&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/incorporation-and-legal-structures\/nonprofit-membership-class-intentions-matter.html\">nonprofit corporation<\/a>. Each director must be at least 18 years old,&nbsp;with younger directors allowed for organizations involved in youth activities. The director is not required to be a state resident or a member of the organization.<\/p>\n<p>Choose your board members with care. Consider their experience,&nbsp;background, and how they can support your organization. Qualifications to look for include fundraising experience, networking connections, leadership abilities, and enthusiasm for your nonprofit&#8217;s mission.<\/p>\n<p>Terms for directors must be between&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/codes.findlaw.com\/ny\/notforprofit-corporation-law\/npc-sect-703.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">one and five years<\/a>. Positions that&nbsp;New York City&nbsp;requires that you name include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>President<\/li>\n<li>At least one vice-president<\/li>\n<li>Secretary<\/li>\n<li>Treasurer<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These specific offices require a one-year term.<\/p>\n\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"steps-container-item\">\n                <div class=\"category-overview category-overview-item-steps\">\n                    <div class=\"category-overview-heading category-overview-heading-steps\">\n                        <div class=\"category-overview-steps\">\n                            6\n                        <\/div>\n                        <h2 class=\"category-overview-steps-title\" id=\"Six\">Secure Any Necessary State Agency Approval<\/h2>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"category-overview-content-steps\">\n                        <p>Depending on the services your nonprofit provides, you may need approval from a state agency to incorporate legally. Some types of nonprofit corporations that must secure agency approval (and the agency providing approval) include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Educational or organizations founded to promote knowledge (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.counsel.nysed.gov\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Department of Education Office of Counsel<\/a>)<\/li>\n<li>Facilities that offer adult daycare (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.ny.gov\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Department of Health Division of Legal Affairs<\/a>)<\/li>\n<li>Hospitals or health services (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.ny.gov\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Department of Health Division of Legal Affairs<\/a>)<\/li>\n<li>Organizations for the care of children, victims of domestic violence, or destitute mothers (<a href=\"https:\/\/ocfs.ny.gov\/main\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Office of Children and Family Services<\/a>)<\/li>\n<li>Programs for substance abuse (<a href=\"https:\/\/oasas.ny.gov\/providers\/program-certification\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services Bureau of Certification<\/a>)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Trade or business associations (<a href=\"https:\/\/ag.ny.gov\/about\/about-office\/economic-justice-division#antitrust\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Office of the Attorney General&#8217;s Antitrust Bureau<\/a>) need approval too.<\/p>\n\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"steps-container-item\">\n                <div class=\"category-overview category-overview-item-steps\">\n                    <div class=\"category-overview-heading category-overview-heading-steps\">\n                        <div class=\"category-overview-steps\">\n                            7\n                        <\/div>\n                        <h2 class=\"category-overview-steps-title\" id=\"Seven\">Create Your Nonprofit&#8217;s Corporate Bylaws<\/h2>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"category-overview-content-steps\">\n                        <p>Corporate bylaws are the framework for how your business will operate. They should be consistent with the information on your&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/dos.ny.gov\/certificate-incorporation-domestic-not-profit-corporations-0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">certificate of incorporation<\/a>&nbsp;and comply with New York law.<\/p>\n<p>What you include&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/incorporation-and-legal-structures\/writing-corporate-bylaws.html\">in your bylaws<\/a>&nbsp;can vary based on your nonprofit&#8217;s scope, mission, and activities. Most nonprofit bylaws contain the following:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Your organization&#8217;s name and purpose<\/li>\n<li>Board of Directors meeting procedures&nbsp;like quorum and frequency<\/li>\n<li>Directors and officers&#8217; names and offices<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/business-finances\/business-accounting.html\">Financial management<\/a>&nbsp;details<\/li>\n<li>Process for amending bylaws<\/li>\n<li>Dissolution process and&nbsp;how your nonprofit will distribute its assets&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/closing-a-business\/forms-notice-and-articles-of-dissolution.html\">if it closes down<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You will reference some elements of your bylaws in the next step when you incorporate your nonprofit.<\/p>\n\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"steps-container-item\">\n                <div class=\"category-overview category-overview-item-steps\">\n                    <div class=\"category-overview-heading category-overview-heading-steps\">\n                        <div class=\"category-overview-steps\">\n                            8\n                        <\/div>\n                        <h2 class=\"category-overview-steps-title\" id=\"Eight\">Hold the First Meeting of Your Board of Directors<\/h2>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"category-overview-content-steps\">\n                        <p>Your\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/business-operations\/what-is-corporate-governance-.html\">board of directors&#8217; <\/a>first organizational meeting will accomplish several key points of business:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Approve your\u00a0corporate bylaws<\/li>\n<li>Establish a conflict of interest policy<\/li>\n<li>Elect directors<\/li>\n<li>Appoint officers<\/li>\n<li>Adopt a conflict of interest policy<\/li>\n<li>Approve\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/business-finances\/business-accounting.html\">financial matters<\/a>, like opening a corporate bank account<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Take detailed notes at this meeting. You&#8217;ll\u00a0need to reference the decisions made as you operate your nonprofit.<\/p>\n<p>There&#8217;s a strong chance the IRS will\u00a0reject your request for a\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/incorporation-and-legal-structures\/becoming-a-tax-exempt-organization.html\">federal income tax exemption<\/a>\u00a0if your board has not adopted corporate bylaws and a conflict of interest policy when you file your application.<\/p>\n<p>A\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/incorporation-and-legal-structures\/why-directors-must-dissent-from-objectionable-board-decisions.html\">conflict of interest policy<\/a>\u00a0details a process your nonprofit will follow if the personal interests of a board member conflict with the best interests of the organization.<\/p>\n\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"steps-container-item\">\n                <div class=\"category-overview category-overview-item-steps\">\n                    <div class=\"category-overview-heading category-overview-heading-steps\">\n                        <div class=\"category-overview-steps\">\n                            9\n                        <\/div>\n                        <h2 class=\"category-overview-steps-title\" id=\"Nine\">File for Your Federal and State Employer Identification Numbers<\/h2>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"category-overview-content-steps\">\n                        <p>You will need a federal&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/business-taxes\/what-is-an-ein-.html\">Employee Identification Number<\/a>&nbsp;(EIN) from the IRS. The IRS uses these numbers for identification and tax purposes. Think of it as&nbsp;a social security number for your business. Your organization will need an EIN before you can:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Apply for&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/incorporation-and-legal-structures\/becoming-a-tax-exempt-organization.html\">501(c)(3) tax-exempt status<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Open a business bank account<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/employment-law-and-human-resources\/frequently-asked-questions-regarding-hiring-laws.html\">Hire employees<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You can get your EIN&nbsp;for free on the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/businesses\/small-businesses-self-employed\/apply-for-an-employer-identification-number-ein-online\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">IRS website<\/a>. Beware of commercial websites that charge a fee for an EIN. Many of them look similar to the official IRS website.<\/p>\n<p>You can also apply for an EIN by filing&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/instructions\/iss4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">IRS Form SS-4<\/a>&nbsp;via telephone, fax, or mail.<\/p>\n<p>You can then file for your New York State Employer Registration Number with the Department of Taxation and Finance,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/dol.ny.gov\/new-york-state-employer-registration-form-unemployment-insurance-and-withholding-and-wage-reporting\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Form NYS-100<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"steps-container-item\">\n                <div class=\"category-overview category-overview-item-steps\">\n                    <div class=\"category-overview-heading category-overview-heading-steps\">\n                        <div class=\"category-overview-steps\">\n                            10\n                        <\/div>\n                        <h2 class=\"category-overview-steps-title\" id=\"Ten\">Apply for Federal Tax-Exempt Status With the IRS<\/h2>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"category-overview-content-steps\">\n                        <p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/incorporation-and-legal-structures\/becoming-a-tax-exempt-organization.html\">Applying for a 501(c)(3) federal income tax exemption<\/a>&nbsp;can be the most intimidating and time-consuming aspect of starting a nonprofit. It&#8217;s worth the hassle, as&nbsp;501(c)(3) designation grants many benefits to your organization, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>An exemption from paying&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/business-taxes\/federal-business-taxes-introduction.html\">federal income tax<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Donors can&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/tax\/federal-taxes\/charitable-contributions.html\">deduct contributions<\/a>&nbsp;made to your organization from their federal income tax returns<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>To apply for exempt status, your organization must file&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/forms-pubs\/about-form-1023\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Form 1023<\/a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/forms-pubs\/about-form-1023-ez\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Form 1023-EZ<\/a>&nbsp;with the IRS. Form 1023-EZ is for smaller organizations. You can file this streamlined form if your nonprofit:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Has projected annual gross receipts of less than $50,000 for the next three years<\/li>\n<li>Not earned $50,000 in the prior three years<\/li>\n<li>Does not have assets valued at more than $250,000<\/li>\n<li>Meets certain&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/instructions\/i1023ez#en_US_2023_publink1000102370\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">other qualifications<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>All other nonprofits must file the standard Form 1023.<\/p>\n<p>The filing fee for Form 1023 is $600.00. The filing fee for Form 1023-EZ is $275.<\/p>\n<p>This process is detail-intensive. You must provide information on your nonprofit&#8217;s organization, history, policies, finances, and more. Give yourself enough time to answer everything thoroughly.<\/p>\n<p>If the IRS approves your 501(c)(3) status, you will receive a&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/charities-non-profits\/charitable-organizations\/exempt-organizations-rulings-and-determinations-letters\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">determination letter<\/a>&nbsp;within about a month,&nbsp;under normal circumstances.<\/p>\n\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"steps-container-item\">\n                <div class=\"category-overview category-overview-item-steps\">\n                    <div class=\"category-overview-heading category-overview-heading-steps\">\n                        <div class=\"category-overview-steps\">\n                            11\n                        <\/div>\n                        <h2 class=\"category-overview-steps-title\" id=\"Eleven\">File for City and State Tax Exemptions<\/h2>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"category-overview-content-steps\">\n                        <p>After you receive your IRS determination letter, you can apply for city and state tax exemptions.<\/p>\n<p>Apply to the state for your New York exemption from&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tax.ny.gov\/bus\/ct\/article9a.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">state corporate franchise tax<\/a>&nbsp;by completing&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tax.ny.gov\/pdf\/2011\/corp\/ct247_811.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Form CT-247<\/a>. File this with the New York City State Department of Taxation and Finance.<\/p>\n<p>Your corporation can also obtain a&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tax.ny.gov\/bus\/st\/exempt.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">state sales tax exemption<\/a>&nbsp;by filing&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tax.ny.gov\/pdf\/current_forms\/st\/st119_2_fill_in.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Form ST-119.2<\/a>. If approved, you can make exempt purchases on behalf of your organization.<\/p>\n<p>There is no filing fee for these forms.<\/p>\n<p>Some New York City nonprofits are eligible for a&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www1.nyc.gov\/nycbusiness\/description\/property-tax-exemption-for-non-profits\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">property tax exemption.<\/a><\/p>\n\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"steps-container-item\">\n                <div class=\"category-overview category-overview-item-steps\">\n                    <div class=\"category-overview-heading category-overview-heading-steps\">\n                        <div class=\"category-overview-steps\">\n                            12\n                        <\/div>\n                        <h2 class=\"category-overview-steps-title\" id=\"Twelve\">Register With the New York Charities Bureau<\/h2>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"category-overview-content-steps\">\n                        <p>You must register with the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/ag.ny.gov\/resources\/organizations\/charities-nonprofits-fundraisers\/charities-registration\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">New York Attorney General&#8217;s Charities Bureau<\/a>&nbsp;before fundraising in the state. This registration is necessary if your organization plans on soliciting donations from individuals, corporations, foundations, or government agencies in New York. The filing fee for this is $25.<\/p>\n<p>Once registered, you must&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/ag.ny.gov\/annual_filing_checklist\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">renew each year<\/a>. New York uses a sliding scale to determine renewal fees.<\/p>\n<p>Once registered, your organization will appear on the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/charitiesnys.com\/RegistrySearch\/search_charities.jsp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Charities Public Registry searchable database<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Some organizations qualify for an exemption from this registration requirement.<\/p>\n\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"steps-container-item\">\n                <div class=\"category-overview category-overview-item-steps\">\n                    <div class=\"category-overview-heading category-overview-heading-steps\">\n                        <div class=\"category-overview-steps\">\n                            13\n                        <\/div>\n                        <h2 class=\"category-overview-steps-title\" id=\"Thirteen\">Secure NYC Business Licenses and Permits<\/h2>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"category-overview-content-steps\">\n                        <p>While the state of New York does require a&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/starting-a-business\/state-business-licenses.html\">general business license<\/a>, New York City has local licensing, permit, and zoning requirements. For example, you will need a&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/nyc-business.nyc.gov\/nycbusiness\/description\/place-of-assembly-certificate-of-operation\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Place of Assembly Permit<\/a>&nbsp;if your nonprofit will host events of 75 or more people.<\/p>\n<p>If you plan to operate from a physical location, research&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/nyc-business.nyc.gov\/nycbusiness\/description\/zoning-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">NYC zoning requirements<\/a>&nbsp;first. The&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/zola.planning.nyc.gov\/about#9.72\/40.7125\/-73.733\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ZoLa (Zoning and Land use) Map<\/a>&nbsp;from the Department of City Planning is a great tool to find zoning information for specific neighborhoods.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/nyc-business.nyc.gov\/nycbusiness\/wizard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Use this tool<\/a>&nbsp;for a customized list of NYC requirements for your organization.<\/p>\n\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"steps-container-item\">\n                <div class=\"category-overview category-overview-item-steps\">\n                    <div class=\"category-overview-heading category-overview-heading-steps\">\n                        <div class=\"category-overview-steps\">\n                            14\n                        <\/div>\n                        <h2 class=\"category-overview-steps-title\" id=\"Fourteen\">Research NYC Employment Laws<\/h2>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"category-overview-content-steps\">\n                        <p>You have responsibilities if you plan on hiring staff. NYC has&nbsp;labor laws that&nbsp;include&nbsp;a higher minimum wage than the state and paid sick time requirements. The&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nyc.gov\/site\/dca\/workers\/workersrights\/office-of-labor-policy-and-standards-for-workers.page\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Office of Labor Policy and Standards for Workers<\/a>&nbsp;enforces these regulations.<\/p>\n<p>Under New York law, all employers must provide all workers, including&nbsp;part-time,&nbsp;annual training on&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/nyc-business.nyc.gov\/nycbusiness\/description\/sexual-harassment-training-for-employees\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">sexual harassment prevention<\/a>. New York State requirements are stricter than New York City&#8217;s. However, NYC employers must keep a record of the employees who attend each training.<\/p>\n<p>You will also need insurance:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>New York employers must pay taxes for unemployment insurance. Reference&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tax.ny.gov\/pdf\/publications\/withholding\/nys50-12-22.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">this guide<\/a>&nbsp;from the New York State Department of Labor (NYSDOL) to learn more. Employers can&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/dol.ny.gov\/register-unemployment-insurance-0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">register for unemployment insurance<\/a>&nbsp;online with the NYSDOL.<\/li>\n<li>New York employers must carry&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/nyc-business.nyc.gov\/nycbusiness\/description\/workers-compensation-insurance\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">workers&#8217; compensation<\/a>&nbsp;insurance. You can get your policy from a private insurance carrier or the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/ww3.nysif.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">New York State Insurance Fund<\/a>. You also have the option to use self-insurance, but this is rare.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>NYC imposes additional taxes and fees on businesses operating within its jurisdiction. This includes local business taxes such as the Commercial Rent Tax for certain commercial properties located in specific parts of Manhattan.<\/p>\n\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2>Costs To Start a Nonprofit Corporation in NYC<\/h2>\n<p>When forming your nonprofit corporation, plan for the following\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/business-finances\/start-up-costs-overview.html\">startup costs<\/a>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Certificate of incorporation with the state: $75<\/li>\n<li>Charities registration with the state: $25<\/li>\n<li>Business name registration with the state: $20<\/li>\n<li>Application for 501(c)(3) federal tax-exempt status with the IRS: $275 to $600<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The expenses above\u00a0cover the primary legal requirements for your nonprofit. You should also factor in operational costs for other business activities, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/employment-law-and-human-resources\/what-to-do-when-you-hire-an-employee-for-the-first-time.html\">Hiring employees<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/business-operations\/your-marketing-plan.html\">Marketing<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/consumer\/insurance\/business-insurance.html\">Business Insurance<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/business-operations\/how-to-find-commercial-property-to-rent.html\">Commercial leasing<\/a>, which is more expensive in NYC\u00a0when\u00a0compared to the state<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Additional\u00a0Resources for NYC Nonprofit Owners<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>The\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www1.nyc.gov\/site\/nonprofits\/index.page\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Nonprofit Resiliency Committee<\/a>\u00a0is the City of New York&#8217;s online resource hub for nonprofit organizations.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nyc.gov\/site\/sbs\/index.page\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">New York City Small Business Services<\/a>\u00a0helps entrepreneurs form and grow their NYC businesses. Their services connect business owners with local resources, explain government regulations, and more.<\/li>\n<li>The\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nycon.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">New York Council of Nonprofits<\/a>\u00a0supports nonprofit and charitable organizations throughout the state. Get help with business planning, fundraising support, advocacy, and more.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Legal Help Is Available for Your NYC Nonprofit<\/h2>\n<p>Starting any small business is complicated. Forming a nonprofit corporation in New York City is even more complex. You must consider tax exemptions, incorporation, city-specific business licensing, and more. Even experienced entrepreneurs can get overwhelmed.<\/p>\n<p>Consider talking to a\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/lawyers.findlaw.com\/business-commercial-law\/new-york\/new-york\/?fli=dcta\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">New York City business and organization lawyer<\/a>\u00a0for help and legal advice. An experienced attorney can take on the denser legal aspects of your new business. This leaves you with more time and energy to focus on your organization&#8217;s mission.<\/p>\n<p><b><i>Or you can let <a href=\"https:\/\/legalzoomcominc.pxf.io\/c\/4851649\/2115293\/26746?subId1=how-to-start-a-nonprofit-in-nyc-custom\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\" data-cta=\"Biz LZ - LATL Txt\" data-cta-url=\"legalzoom.com\" target=\"_blank\">our\u00a0trusted partner LegalZoom<\/a>\u00a0handle your nonprofit creation starting at $99 plus filing fees.<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n<p><i><b>Disclaimer:\u00a0<\/b>The information presented here does not constitute legal advice or representation. It is general and educational in nature, may not reflect all recent legal developments, and may not apply to your unique facts and circumstances. 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