Congratulations! The first things you will want to do as a new nonprofit are:
Make sure that you are following all federal and state regulations regarding nonprofits;
Put strong systems into place, including accounting software, donor databases, and plans for program development, communications, and fundraising; and
Start collecting information to tell your organization’s story! This means talking to your clients and stakeholders, documenting your program outcomes and results, and working with your Board to develop a strong mission and vision statement.