I, too, have set up 501c3 Non-profits for cats, dogs, horses, groomers, etc....You eventually memorized the sequence and its a piece of cake! I use my "know how" to assist others....You don't need Legal Zoom at all! What you can do is find the foundations to "reimburse your start up fees", like I did! Also, you may want to consider a TRUST for your new non-profit.....Best Wishes to all of you!
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[Mary Murray]
[Founder, CEO and President
[Greene Animal League
[Greeneville, TN
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Original Message:
Sent: 05-12-2025 11:04 AM
From: Sarah Fuqua
Subject: Filing for 501(c)3 - LegalZoom
I have started three 501(c)(3) nonprofits in two different states and never used a lawyer/paid service. Just make sure that you are filing everything in the correct order as it varies by state, and someone at the secretary of state can tell you this for free. I personally think this is an expense you can skip...
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Sarah Fuqua
Director
The Bobo Fund
Original Message:
Sent: 05-10-2025 08:57 AM
From: Olivia Wilhelm
Subject: Filing for 501(c)3 - LegalZoom
Has anyone used LegalZoom to help with filing articles of incorporation and obtaining 501(c)(3) status?
I have reached out to a couple of lawyers in my area about Assistance (paid not donated services) and have not heard back. II'm now considering just using LegalZoom.
#OrganizationalManagement
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Olivia Wilhelm
Founder/Director
Friends of Felix Senior Dog Rescue and Sanctuary
New York
www.friendsoffelix.org
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