How to start a nonprofit organization in high school

CheddarcheeseMN
Fri, 10 Jul 2015 19:12:26 +0000

When thinking of starting a nonprofit, the first thing you want to consider is whether there are other organizations currently serving mentally-ill youth. It is easier to start a new project under an existing nonprofit organization than it is to start your own. Have you determined there is a lack of services provided to this population in your area?

Donors prefer to fund existing experienced organizations, and at the same time these existing organizations are more likely to have staff who know how to write grants. I know that starting a nonprofit is considered a cool EC, but you might be more successful serving your population of interest by getting involved in existing organizations and volunteering there. Then offer to start a new project within that organization as the director or co-director.