The SBDC is offering a free 3-part series that covers the basics of starting a non-profit organization in Oregon. The classes will be held here at the SBDC (626 High Street NE, Salem). For more information call 503-399-5088.

1. What am I? – Mon, April 12  1:00-2:00pm
- Reshape the Mission
- Partnership opportunities with existing institutions
- Am I fundable? Measurable outcomes.
- Is there a need?

2. Funding/Resources – Mon, April 19  1:00-2:00pm
- Grant Writing – Foundation
- Donations, memberships
- Day to day maintenance

3. Set Up – Mon, April 26  1:00-2:00pm
- The differential between an Oregon nonprofit corporation and federal tax exempt status
- Types of Oregon nonprofit corporations
- Types of federal tax-exempt entities
- Tax-exempt Oregon Public Benefit corporations
- Organizational Filings & Process
- Annual Filings
- Operating as a tax-exempt entity under the federal tax rules (private inurement, intermediate sanctions, etc.)