Tasks and Order of Operations edit

  • Funding
    • Board approves grant proposals
    • Submit proposals to GAC
  • Affiliate with WMF
    • Develop bylaws
    • Submit bylaws to the Affiliations Committee for review
      • Secure approval from the WMF Board
  • Incorporation
    • Secure funds to cover incorporation costs ($1000-$1500)
    • File a Certificate of Incorporation
    • File Form 2848 granting counsel a power of attorney to file Form SS-4 to obtain an EIN
    • Develop projections of likely revenues and expenses for three years (required for Form 1023)
    • File Form 1023 to receive federal tax exempt status - final determination will take 6 months to a year
  • Staffing
    • Develop job descriptions
    • Begin search and interviewing process
    • Hire Phase II staff

Important Links edit

Guide to affiliation