If you're ready to save the world, here's the book you need.

Rescue a school library. Preserve an endangered species. Support the arts. Whatever it is you want to do to give back to your community, Starting & Building a Nonprofit provides the kick start you need.

Filled with user-friendly information, practical advice and step-by-step instructions, this book is your guide through the process of getting your nonprofit up and running. It explains how to:

• pick the perfect name for your organization
• structure a nonprofit to achieve your goals
• choose a federal tax-exempt status
• create a mission statement
• develop a strategic plan and initial budget
• launch a successful fundraising plan
• recruit and manage board members and volunteers
• hire and train staff
• obtain necessary insurance
• market your organization 
• and much more

Starting & Building a Nonprofit goes beyond paperwork -- it addresses the big picture, showing you how to create a solvent, efficient organization that will make a real difference.  All the forms you'll need are included as tear-outs and on CD-ROM.