Consider creating a project or program within another organization rather than spending your time and energy establishing a new organization. Board of Directors. North Carolina law requires only one board member, but best practices recommend that you have at least five; a minimum of seven is preferable.
Apply for 501(c) Like others, you may be most familiar with 501(c)(3) nonprofits, including charities and foundations. 501(c)(3) nonprofits apply using Form 1023 or Form 1023-EZ. Review the criteria for each application and make sure you meet the eligibility requirements set out by the IRS.
North Carolina nonprofit corporations are required to register with the North Carolina Secretary of State. To maintain their registration, nonprofit corporations must comply with all state licensing and reporting requirements, including, for many nonprofit organizations, maintaining a charitable solicitation license.
Each Business Corporation, LLC, LLP and LLLP is required to file an annual report with the Secretary of State.