Did you know there are over 10,000 nonprofits in Orange County? But only about 3,000 are active due to their filing with the IRS.
Every year, passionate people are sparked with ideas to address the needs of their community, and often times, their answer to the problem is, “I’ll start a nonprofit!” But is it right for you? An even better question, is it right for your community? Join this seminar to learn the basics of what you should know before starting down the 501c3 path.
Learning Objectives:
What is a nonprofit/ Public Benefit, and what are the pro’s and con’s?
What are other options to consider? Like Fiscal Sponsorship.
Legal steps to forming a 501c3: timeframe and paperwork.
The need for a business plan. How do you plan on sustaining your NPO?
What is your mission and why does the community need it? Is anyone else doing it? What are the resources already out there that would help fund it.
Who Should Attend:
Aspiring Nonprofit Founders – Individuals considering starting a nonprofit and wanting to understand the process.
Community Leaders & Activists – Those looking to address social issues and explore the best ways to make an impact.
Entrepreneurs & Social Innovators – Exploring nonprofit work as a means of driving social change.
Philanthropists & Donors – Interested in launching a charitable initiative or supporting emerging nonprofits.
Professionals Transitioning into the Nonprofit Sector – Seeking a foundational understanding of nonprofit formation and sustainability.
Small Business Owners & Social Enterprise Leaders – Evaluating whether nonprofit status aligns with their mission.
Students & Recent Graduates – Exploring careers in nonprofit management or social impact.
Existing Nonprofit Volunteers & Staff – Wanting to start their own initiative or gain a deeper understanding of nonprofit structures.
Faith-Based & Community Group Leaders – Looking to formalize charitable efforts into a nonprofit.
Meet Your Trainer: Robert Coleman
Robert Coleman- Born and raised in England, Robert Coleman brings over 30 years of executive leadership experience in the nonprofit sector. With a background in electronics, he furthered his education with a postgraduate diploma in management studies and an MBA. Throughout his career, Robert has served as CEO for organizations focused on youth homelessness, reentry programs, drug and alcohol treatment, and health & wellness initiatives.
Currently, Robert oversees 50 fiscal projects, the Nonprofit Learning Center, and membership services at OneOC. His expertise in strategic leadership, program development, and organizational growth makes him a valuable facilitator, dedicated to empowering nonprofit professionals with the tools and knowledge to drive meaningful impact.