Starting Non Profit As Minor

Summary

Minors on L-2 visas in West Virginia cannot independently form non-profits. An adult must assist with legal steps like incorporation and tax-exempt status. Key steps include choosing a name, appointing a board, filing Articles of Incorporation, obtaining an EIN, creating bylaws, and applying for tax-exempt status.

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Sure! Here are some key steps an adult can take to help you start a non-profit in West Virginia:
- Choose a unique name for the non-profit.
- Appoint a board of directors.
- Draft and file the Articles of Incorporation with the West Virginia Secretary of State.
- Apply for an EIN (Employer Identification Number) from the IRS.
- Create bylaws for the organization.
- Apply for federal and state tax-exempt status.
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