Forming a non-profit

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Find yourself a good local CPA that can tell you your incorporation options according to local/state/federal laws, along with tax liabilities for all the options. Trying to set up a non-profit charitable organization has a lot of requirements, including dealing with the IRS . . . no way would I try this alone, or even with web help. Find an expert; might cost you a hundred or two for consulting, but it is money well spent if you are really serious.