REFRESH Nonprofit Basics: Setting up a New Charity for Disaster Relief

Welcome to EO Radio Show - Your Nonprofit Legal Resource. I'm Cynthia Rowland, and this episode is a “refresh” of Episode 10. It provides a checklist of considerations when organizing a new charity to provide relief in the aftermath of a disaster.

The recent flood events in Texas and New Mexico remind us of the need to support those affected by overwhelming disasters, and we know that once the headlines fade and the cleanup begins, the immense work of recovery gets underway, and that recovery effort needs financial support. Long-term recovery efforts, long-term fundraising, and a long-term commitment to the victims are sometimes best provided by a new organization formed just for that purpose. The focus of this episode is on the many steps the new charitable organization needs to tackle on its way to providing effective long-term disaster relief.

Show Notes: 

Episode 5: Nonprofit Basics: Navigating the Complex Rules That Describe A Public Charity

Episode 9: Nonprofit Basics: Charitable Support for Individuals Affected by a Disaster 

IRS Form 3833:  Disaster Relief, Providing Assistance Through Charitable Organizations. 

IRS Form 1023

IRS Publication 1771: Charitable Contributions and Substantiation Requirements

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