Topic: HipHopKC hits 1003
- Feb 28, 2009 06:52pm by NRG - livin the art that is life !
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OK exciting yes but we all know there's duplication of memberships from
folk who forgot/ lost/ misplaced your password or user name.
hint: use this link to reset your password if you want to
http://www.hiphopkc.com/user.php?op=lostpassscreen&module=NS-LostPassword
but I been watching this number since 2004 to see 1000 so now I need a new vision.
to make it simple it's now 2000 and we are already 3 members on our way to that.
that's all
oh yeah
I'm watching C-Span and the State of the Black Union and loving every minute of it. I am inspired and will share the working documents of the next vison of hiphopkc.com for your digestion.
[u:8cfc487304][b:8cfc487304]Forming a Non-Profit Organization: [/b:8cfc487304][/u:8cfc487304]
A Checklist
Every nonprofit organization must have a carefully developed structure and operating procedures in order to be effective at fulfilling its purpose. Good governance starts with helping the organization begin on a sound legal and financial footing in compliance with the numerous federal, state, and local requirements affecting nonprofits.
•Determine the purpose of the organization. Every organization should have a written statement that expresses its reason for being. Resources: Board members, potential clients and constituents.
•Form a board of directors. The initial board will help translate the ideas behind the organization into reality through planning and fundraising. As the organization matures, the nature and composition of its board will also change. Resources: Your secretary of state or state attorney general's office; professional organizations.
•File articles of incorporation. Not all nonprofits are incorporated. For those that do wish to incorporate, the requirements for forming and operating a nonprofit corporation are governed by state law. Resources: Your secretary of state or state attorney general's office.
•Draft bylaws. Bylaws--the operating rules of the organization--should be drafted and approved by the board early in the organization's development. Resources: An attorney experienced in nonprofit law.
•Develop a strategic plan. The strategic planning process helps you express a vision of the organization's potential. Outline the steps necessary to work toward that potential, and determine the staffing needed to implement the plan. Establish program and operational priorities for at least one year. Resources: Board members; planning and management consultant.
•Develop a budget and resource development plan. Financial oversight and resource development (e.g., fundraising, earned income, and membership) are critical board responsibilities. The resources needed to carry out the strategic plan must be described in a budget and financial plan.
•Establish a record keeping system for the organization's official records. Corporate documents, board meeting minutes, financial reports, and other official records must be preserved for the life of the organization. Resource: Your secretary of state or state attorney general's office.
•Establish an accounting system. Responsible stewardship of the organization's finances requires the establishment of an accounting system that meets both current and anticipated needs. Resources: Certified public accountant experienced in nonprofit accounting.
•File for an Internal Revenue Service determination of federal tax exempt status. Nonprofit corporations with charitable, educational, scientific, religious, or cultural purposes have tax exempt status under section 501(c)(3)--or sometimes section 501(c)(4)--of the Internal Revenue Code. To apply for recognition of tax exempt status, obtain form 1023 (application) and publication 557 (detailed instructions) from the local Internal Revenue Service office. The application is an important legal document, so it is advisable to seek the assistance of an experienced attorney when preparing it. Resources: Your local IRS office, an attorney.
•File for state and local tax exemptions. In accordance with state, county, and municipal law, apply for exemption from income, sales, and property taxes. Resources: State, county, or municipal department of revenue.
•Meet the requirements of state, county, and municipal charitable solicitation laws. Many states and local jurisdictions regulate organizations that solicit funds within that state, county, or city. Usually compliance involves obtaining a permit or license and then filing an annual report and financial statement. Resources: state attorney general's office, state department of commerce, state or local department of revenue, or county or municipal clerk's office.
Other steps include:
•obtaining an employer identification number from the IRS
•registering with the state unemployment insurance bureau
•applying for a nonprofit mailing permit from the US Postal Service
•obtaining directors' and officers' liability insurance.
STRUCTURAL CONCEPT
[b:8cfc487304]Structures of Construction and Growth[/b:8cfc487304]
Advisory Board . . . . . . . KC Hiphop Foundation. . . . . . . .Friends of KCHF
[u:8cfc487304][b:8cfc487304]Board of Directors[/b:8cfc487304][/u:8cfc487304]
[u:8cfc487304]Standing Committes[/u:8cfc487304]
Financial /Executive /Program Develop/Marketing/Promotions/Fundraising
[b:8cfc487304]Potential Projects By Group[/b:8cfc487304]
[b:8cfc487304][u:8cfc487304]Council of Community Services[/u:8cfc487304][/b:8cfc487304]
Research, Identify, and create databases of Local Service Agencies
Create ways to interact with and provide service to based on our skill sets, resources, vs need
Create drives or campaigns to draw attention to or provide a targeted need for a service Org
[b:8cfc487304][u:8cfc487304]Council of The People[/u:8cfc487304][/b:8cfc487304]
Create assessment tool to discover who the people are, what their needs are, what they want
Using a Metro map create zones and agendas based on these zones
Publish a Profile of the People and zones
Create and inform zone propaganda groups/street teams
The TEN Profile – create criteria for, process of identification of a quiet hero for each zone
interview, photograph, document, publicize, celebrate each one
create, train and maintain speakers bureau
Create and train local press propaganda team
[b:8cfc487304][u:8cfc487304]Council of Artisians[/u:8cfc487304][/b:8cfc487304]
Help area high schools produce a yearly talent show
Produce a yearly city-wide talent show
Develop workshops to assist young artists hone their skills
Develop performance opportunities to hone performance skills
Provide talent for quarterly fundraisers
[b:8cfc487304][u:8cfc487304]Board of Directors[/u:8cfc487304][/b:8cfc487304]
Draft by-laws
Form committees
Elect officers and committee heads
Spearhead fundraising and grant writing to fund activities
Provide fiscal over sight and accounting for all monies raised
Provide project and program oversight for all foundation activities
Create yearly budget and provide oversight based on budget
Host fundraisers, recognition programs, celebrations, community forums
[b:8cfc487304][u:8cfc487304]Advisory Board[/u:8cfc487304][/b:8cfc487304]
As appropriate, act as foundation goodwill ambassador (take us with you everywhere you go
Monitor and Advise board of directors regarding programs, actions taken, climate of the larger community of kcmo
[b:8cfc487304][u:8cfc487304]Friends of the Hiphop Foundation[/u:8cfc487304][/b:8cfc487304]
Create a database of friends, fans, family of local artists
Support all activities of the foundation based on interest, skill, connections, time, etc
Staff celebrations, provide extra hands at performance, provide grassroot re-con and intel
Do what you can
OK more later enough for now
peace
nrg
