Starting a Nonprofit

Here you will find information for the creation and management of nonprofit community organizations. In addition, the Coalition's Membership Committee offers mentoring and assistance to those seeking to start a block association or community group. For more information about these services, contact us at upperwestsidecoalition@gmail.com. 

8 Steps to Starting a Block Association, Upper West Side Coalition

NY Times, June 6, 2020: How to Start a Block Association

Brick Underground, Sept. 12, 2016: How Block Associations Work...

Foundation Group: How to Start Your Nonprofit

IRS and Tax Status of Social Welfare Organizations

New York State Incorporation Application

Sample Bylaws (for reference only)

Sample Conflict of Interest Policy (for reference only)

Sample Agenda for Board Meetings

How to set up a gmail account

Robert's Rules of Order

Cheat Sheet for Nonprofits