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NPO In Planning Stages
Submitted by clairestewart on 3 November, 2007 - 02:12.
I am currently in the process of trying to get an idea off the ground which I care passionately about. It would qualify as a great business idea, but i want it to be exclusively non-profit.
It is not in any way a traditional charity, but I believe its benefits to people could be immense even on an international scale.
The primary theme involves (without giving too much away) developing a selection of web tools and software that would allow individuals around the world to develop ideas which are beneficial to people, with the online help of other experienced and motivated people around the world.
As this is not a traditional charitable idea per se, I am completely clueless about how to go about the most important aspects, such as how to secure grants for employing staff etc. I have considered presenting my project to the government and also software companies (would like to partner with someone like Sun Microsystems).
If anyone could shed any light on the subject I would be eternally grateful, as I honestly believe I have an excellent idea but am clueless how to go about it.
Many thanks
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RE: NPO In Planning Stages
Thanks, I've followed those links up and theyve led me onto much of the information i need.
Grateful for the help, cheers!
RE: NPO In Planning Stages
Sounds interesting, but this forum is for professional fundraisers (ie. people who work for a charity/voluntary organisation as a fundraiser) sharing advice and expertise on fundraising.
I'd suggest contacting your local Business Link:
[url]http://www.businesslink.gov.uk[/url]
who offer advice on starting up and developing businesses, including funding. They should have information on the different options available to people who want to set up a non-profit organisation, with options including limited company, co-operative, corporate interest company.
Sounds like you are setting up a social enterprise. Try CAN at
[url]http://www.can-online.org.uk/[/url]
They support" social entrepreneurs to scale up their businesses and maximise their social impact".