Starting a ministry, like starting any other nonprofit organization, is a big step. While your goal is to follow the vision God has given you for this ministry, the mechanics are a lot like starting a business. There are a whole host of issues involved in this endeavor.
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Among other things, StartCHURCH assists new ministries in getting their organizational structure in place. This is a critical first step and usually entails two primary tasks:
1. Incorporation as a nonprofit entity in your state, then,
2. Obtaining 501(c)(3) recognition by the Internal Revenue Service
Our team works with you, preparing all of the necessary paperwork to get your ministry legally established. We even represent our work while it's under review by the state and the IRS!
1. Incorporation as a nonprofit entity in your state, then,
2. Obtaining 501(c)(3) recognition by the Internal Revenue Service
Our team works with you, preparing all of the necessary paperwork to get your ministry legally established. We even represent our work while it's under review by the state and the IRS!
Because this is an IRS examination and you need a specialist, not a document service. There is much more to this than just paperwork. Setting up the structure of a nonprofit requires a precise understanding of the laws and compliance requirements involved, as well as the best practices necessary to successfully get your program established. Does the program(s) you propose to bring to the community qualify as a 501(c)(3) purpose? Is your governing structure something the IRS will accept? This is only the beginning of the questions involved. Our team of experts focus on providing you not only with paperwork, but with the empowerment of knowing what is important...and, what is not. This allows you to focus on ministry and not on the IRS. And isn't ministry what it's all about, anyway?
Technically, no company can call itself a "Christian" company. However, the StartCHURCH ownership and staff is made up entirely of Christian professionals...the most knowledgable professionals in the business, we might add. We understand your perspective, your mission and your call. Several of our staff members are themselves ministers. Even our company's original founder was a pastor! As you take these first, crucial steps, it's important for you to know we understand you and what's important to you.
Probably not as much as you might think. In fact, we have priced our services to make it affordable for you to get precisely the expertise you need without you having to go into debt to do it. The total cost for most ministries is only $1,200. That's it. And that's way less than what you would expect to pay an attorney or accountant who's likely never done this before. You can get started today for a deposit of only $250!
*Final cost typically totals $1,200, which includes all consultation, document preparation and representation. By law, California-based nonprofits require additional services. IRS and/or state filing fees, if applicable, are not included.
Absolutely! If we are representing you and the IRS does not grant your ministry 501(c)(3) status, we will refund not only the fees you paid to us, but also the filing fees you paid to the IRS. How can we say that? Because we have a 100% success rate with the IRS. We have never lost a case we've represented. Not once in 14 years. Stick with us and you will be approved...and that's guaranteed!
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*StartCHURCH™ is a consulting company providing professional services to nonprofit organizations. StartCHURCH™ is not a law firm and neither StartCHURCH™ nor any of its employees provide legal services or legal advice. The information contained in this site is provided for general information only and should not serve as a substitute for legal advice from an attorney familiar with the facts and circumstances of your specific situation.