🌟 So You Want to Start a Nonprofit? 🌟
Do you have a passion for helping others and a vision for making a difference in your community? Join us for an informative workshop designed for anyone curious about starting a charitable nonprofit organization in Illinois.
Wednesday\, November 4\, 2026
5:30 &ndash\; 6:30 PM
2nd Floor Conference Room
Learn from Caitlyn Kurtz\, Center for Nonprofit Excellence Director at the Community Foundation of East Central Illinois\, as she walks participants through the essential steps of building a nonprofit organization\, including:
·\; Define your purpose and programs
·\; File articles of incorporation
·\; Draft bylaws
·\; Develop a board of directors
·\; Optimize your organization&rsquo\;s fundraising efforts
·\; Determine if a nonprofit corporation structure is the most suitable way to address your community need.
This interactive session concludes with a Q &\; A format where you will have an opportunity to get feedback from Caitlyn on how to get involved in nonprofit work in your community\, as well as what resources are available to you.
🎟️ Space is limited. \;Reserve* your seat today!
*Please note: Reserved spots not claimed by 5:45 PM will be considered canceled and made available to walk-in participants.
This program is made possible through a grant from the Danville Library Foundation and in partnership with the Community Foundation of East Central Illinois.
The Library is committed to making programs accessible to all. To request accommodations\, please contact btruscelli@danvillepubliclibrary.org or call 217-477-5220 ext. 111.