Starting a Nonprofit: 6 Must-Have Infrastructure Needs

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Start a nonprofit STRONG with solid infrastructure! Here's how. #nonprofits #startinganonprofit #nonprofit
In this video I’ll talk through 6 infrastructure needs you need to build up to start and grow your nonprofit sustainably.
If you are starting a nonprofit, thinking about it, or have just started a nonprofit, or KNOW someone who is trying to start a nonprofit, I hope this helps!
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// CHAPTERS
00:00 Welcome!
01:12 What is infrastructure?
02:14 Legal and Compliance
04:25 Marketing and Fundraising Systems
08:05 Programs and Project Management
10:58 Argenta
13:54 Financial Management
15:18 Growth and Staffing
17:55 Online Presence
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@AmberMelanieSmith 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for the channel support, Argenta! Check out their robust software for nonprofits: www.argentasoftware.com/landing Join my newsletter to receive updates and resources for changemakers and nonprofit leaders: tinyurl.com/nonprofitsandchangemakers

@layasaul28 11 ай бұрын

You could title this "What I wish I'd known to begin with." This is such a critical video for new non-profits to see. When we started I had no idea there was a need to register state by state for fundraising. Thankfully, I found out in the nick of time while listening to a podcast about capital campaigns. Thinking I was ahead of the game with forward thinking, I learned I missed something critical. We are a "friends of" US 501c3 that fundraises for an organization overseas and so we have to register in multiple states. We did not budget for what we didn't know about! If I were going to add one thing to your fabulous (yet again!) video, it would be to stress the importance in establishing a strong and supportive board of trustees/directors. I know you talk about this in other videos but it's turning out to be much more important than I imagined in terms of influence and reputation. Viewers: you can learn these things the hard way, or just keep watching Amber's smart videos. Thanks Amber!! Always an inspiration!

@AmberMelanieSmith 11 ай бұрын

"What I'd wish I'd known" -- You're so right! And thanks for your kind words Laya! :) Hope you're well!!

@Yorubakingdomtv 11 ай бұрын

I'm new to.her platform.. I love her... !

@AmberMelanieSmith 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@HannahAnderson-pt7ic 11 ай бұрын

What state did you register with before ?

@layasaul28 11 ай бұрын

@@HannahAnderson-pt7ic Our non profit is registered in Nevada, but that's not the point. You have to file with most states (there are exceptions) if you're fundraising nationally. Where ever you're fundraising, you have to be compliant. There are online places that can help you register and it's worth it but it is costly between their fees and the state fees.

@CynthiaMJackson-dk7nz 11 ай бұрын

Amber❤❤❤ Thank you much!!! Great timely information!!!🥰

@AmberMelanieSmith 11 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@kaywilliams8083 Ай бұрын

Very informative thank you 😊

@AmberMelanieSmith Ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@lindiwesibanda13 11 ай бұрын

Thnk u amber

@AmberMelanieSmith 11 ай бұрын

My pleasure 😊

@johnaweiss 9 ай бұрын

It would be great if there was a system or tool that would ensure we stay on top of compliance.

@AmberMelanieSmith 9 ай бұрын

I know there are various checklists out there! Are you envisioning something more robust?

@johnaweiss 9 ай бұрын

@@AmberMelanieSmith Thx for your reply! Can you share any lists? I'm in CA, i realize there may be state requirements separate from federal.

@maz6931 9 ай бұрын

Hi Amber, thank you for sharing. Could you please provide a link for Argenta CRM? I am unable to find their website, thanks

@maz6931 9 ай бұрын

Link is broken

@AmberMelanieSmith 9 ай бұрын

Hey there! I just tested this, it should work? www.argentasoftware.com/landing

@maz6931 9 ай бұрын

Thank you for resending. I'm am in the UK 🇬🇧 and I cannot access their website 😞 Awesome videos! Will continue to subscribe and share.

@Oefoundation 11 ай бұрын

Do you do one on one consulting?

@AmberMelanieSmith 11 ай бұрын

I occasionally take on consulting projects when I have capacity - info at foundertofulltime.thinkific.com/pages/consulting-speaking-and-sponsorships

@JackieNicole35061 11 ай бұрын

Hi Amber. I’m just starting nonprofit research. Do you have any unique suggestions for small businesses that are switching to become a nonprofit? For instance on grant applications should the new nonprofit talk about how the impacted the community when they were classified as a small business?

@AmberMelanieSmith 11 ай бұрын

I think any track record of success you can show is good!

@HannahAnderson-pt7ic 11 ай бұрын

What kind of Nonprofit do you want to switch to?

@jenniferminor8597 10 ай бұрын

I have a business that’s been in business (LLC) for 3 years. Can I start a nonprofit with the same business name as a corporation nonprofit?

@AmberMelanieSmith 9 ай бұрын

I think you'd probably want to be very careful about differentiating them, so people don't get confused.

@terrellhassan5809 11 ай бұрын

You are a lifesaver sweety❤

@AmberMelanieSmith 11 ай бұрын

Hope it was helpful!

@samueldean8932 11 ай бұрын

Well presented, informative and useful. Thank you Amber. The video was forwarded to me via whatsapp by my administrative pastor. We are from Cape Town, South Africa. How can I contact you?🙏

@AmberMelanieSmith 11 ай бұрын

Have you joined our Facebook group yet? I connect with people there sometimes facebook.com/groups/changetheworldorbust