From the Book - 12th edition.
Part. 1. How nonprofit corporations work. Is nonprofit incorporation right for you? ; Legal rights and duties of incorporators, directors, officers, employees, and members ; Requirements for section 501(c)(3) tax exemption ; Public charities and private foundations ; Other tax benefits and reporting requirements
Part 2. Incorporating your nonprofit. Choose a name and file your articles of incorporation ; Prepare your bylaws ; Apply for your federal 501(c)(3) tax exemption ; Final steps in organizing your nonprofit corporation ; After your corporation is organized ; Lawyers and accountants
Appendixes. A. Using the interactive forms and other online material ; B. How to locate incorporation resources online ; C. Information and forms.