'I loved my boys' Veteran reflects on camaraderie, time served in war on 100th birthday

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Senior Veterans Care Network Blog Posts - November 2021

 osted 11/30/2021

At 96, World War II veteran rides bike down memory lane

NACOGDOCHES — Floyd Brantley can still ride circles around cyclists half his age. On a blustery Friday afternoon,... View More

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Posted 11/19/2021

Gulf War Veteran from Chattanooga living incredible comeback story

He was 19. The war didn't last long, but the damage done has. He says a few years later he was a single father... View More

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Posted 11/18/2021

Easy and No- to Low-Cost Ways to Support Local Veterans

Easy and No- to Low-Cost Ways to Support Local Veterans   Veterans are one of the most underserved and underrepresented... View More

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Posted 11/17/2021

Remains of Warren County veteran killed during Korean War identified

HAGUE, N.Y.  — The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) has identified the remains of a Korean War... View More

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Posted 11/16/2021

World War ll veteran turns 103

BELPRE, Ohio. - A Belpre local turned 103 years old this Monday. Roy Sees is a World War ll veteran and purple heart... View More

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Posted 11/15/2021

WWII, Korean War Veteran turns 104-years-old in Monument

MONUMENT, Colo. — It’s a shrinking generation, World War II veterans. Earl Depner, who fought... View More

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Posted 11/12/2021

How to Start a Small Business - A Veterans SMB Guide with Tools and Financial Resources

As a veteran, many of the skills you learned in the military can be especially helpful in running a business. The... View More

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Posted 11/09/2021

Cincinnati Bengals Help Build Ramp for Korean War Veteran

The Bengals and the NFL honor military members and their families all year long, but as the calendar changed over... View More

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Posted 11/08/2021

14 WWII, Korean War veterans honored as Grand Marshals at the Las Cruces Veterans Day Parade

LAS CRUCES - Two World War II veterans and 12 Korean War veterans were honored Saturday, Nov. 6 as Grand Marshals... View More 

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Posted 11/05/2021

South Bend veteran to turn 100-years-old on Veterans Day

SOUTH BEND, Ind.  - It’s not everyday you find a veteran who turns 100-years-old on Veteran’s Day.... View More

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Posted 11/03/2021

World War II veteran in Dover plays taps for trick-or-treaters after running out of candy

DOVER — When George Sherwood and his wife, Jane Ann, ran out of candy to pass out on Halloween, they... View More

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Posted 11/02/2021

Community determined to give back to Korean War veteran who had possessions stolen

OLIVER SPRINGS, Tenn. — 89-year-old Oliver Springs Korean War veteran Edward Moran served many people... View More

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Posted 11/01/2021

Marshfield World War II Veteran Laid To Rest – 60 Years After His Death

MARSHFIELD – A World War II veteran from Marshfield has been laid to rest with full military honors –... View More

At 96, World War II veteran rides bike down memory lane

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Remains of Warren County veteran killed during Korean War identified

Remains of Warren County veteran killed during Korean War identified: The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) has identified the remains of a Korean War veteran who was killed in action. Army Sargent Howard R. Belden, 19, of Hague was accounted for on October 14…

Senior Veterans Care Network Blog Posts - October 2021

 Posted 10/29/2021

World War II veteran continues to serve at 104 years old

WASHINGTON, Ind.  — U.S. Army veteran Ned B. Kent of Washington, IN served in Europe during World... View More

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Posted 10/13/2021

At 106, Mount Pleasant man might be Wisconsin's oldest living World War II veteran

MOUNT PLEASANT — Roland “Bud” Pater is celebrating his 106th birthday as perhaps the oldest living... View More

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Posted 10/06/2021

Beloved World War II Vet's San Diego Burial Will Be Final Stop in His ‘No Regrets Tour'

The body of Sidney Walton, a longtime San Diego resident and one of the country's last surviving World War II... View More

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Posted 10/04/2021

102-year-old World War II veteran dies peacefully while on tour to visit all 50 states

The United States lost one of its longest living patriots on Saturday. World War II veteran Sandy Walton passed away... View More

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Posted 10/01/2021

104 year old World War II veteran has a passion for life

WASHINGTON, Ind. — For 104 years, Ned B. Kent has passionately embraced life. Even today, at an assisted... View More

Battle of the Bulge veterans reunite for the 39th time since World War II

Battle of the Bulge veterans reunite for the 39th time since World War II: MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. (WCBD) – On Saturday, Patriots Point and the Battle of the Bulge Association hosted the reunion of six World War II (WWII) veterans, all six fought in the Battle of the B…

 

Nonprofits 101: How to Start a Charitable Organization as a Veteran

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Nonprofits 101: How to Start a Charitable Organization as a Veteran

 

As a veteran, you may want to pursue a path that truly does some good to the world. Why not form a nonprofit organization? Nonprofits include charities, foundations, civic leagues, social clubs, religious and educational organizations, and other businesses that operate for a purpose other than profit. While starting a nonprofit organization is similar to other types of businesses, nonprofits have unique requirements. Here's what to know if you're interested in starting a nonprofit in your state.

Structuring your nonprofit organization

The first step in starting a nonprofit is forming a legal business entity.

• Nonprofit corporations are the most common business structure for nonprofits. Forming a nonprofit corporation is similar to registering other business entities. Founders must file articles of incorporation with the state, draft bylaws, and hold an official meeting.
• Due to the complex requirements of nonprofits, in general, click here for a step-by-step guide in forming a nonprofit in Louisiana. This covers the use of a registered agent, creating bylaws, registering for licenses and permits, and more.
• In some cases, a for-profit business with a social purpose may be a better fit. Any type of business can include social good in their mission, but some, like benefit corporations and low-profit limited liability companies, build social purpose into their business model.

Applying for tax exemption

After registering your nonprofit business entity, you're ready to apply for tax-exempt status with the IRS.

• 501(c)(3) is the most well-known tax-exempt status. Charities and foundations apply for 501(c)(3) status. Other types of nonprofit organizations use different 501(c) designations. However, not all 501(c) organizations may accept tax-deductible donations.
• Applying for 501(c)(3) status is the most complicated part of forming a nonprofit. Organizations with gross receipts under $50,000 may complete a simplified application process.
• Maintaining 501(c)(3) status is a nonprofit organization's top priority. There are six main ways an organization can lose its tax-exempt status, including private benefit, lobbying, political campaign activity, unrelated business income, operating outside its stated exempt purpose, and failing to meet annual reporting requirements.
• Annual reporting requirements include filing an annual report (Form 990) with the IRS and meeting state filing requirements.
• Make sure to explore your VA benefits and how they might figure in taxation.

Managing a nonprofit: Bylaws, boards, and more

For a nonprofit to succeed at its mission, it needs to be organized internally. These are the essential components of nonprofit management.

• The success of a nonprofit relies on its management. Effective nonprofit management starts with developing a strategic plan and clearly defining the roles and responsibilities of a nonprofit's executive director and board of directors.
• It requires more than passion to be a nonprofit board member. As the entity responsible for financial oversight, the board of directors should include members with financial expertise. Screening prospective board members will help you choose the right individuals for the job.
• Committees are another important part of a nonprofit's board structure. Typical board committees include executive, fundraising, finance, and governance committees.
• A nonprofit's governance is determined by its bylaws. While a nonprofit's bylaws are a living document, it's important to write them carefully with consideration for governance structure, control and member provisions, and conflicts of interest. 

 

Starting a nonprofit is a great way to do good after your service. However, running a nonprofit requires more than a mission and a knack for fundraising. By understanding exactly what it takes to launch and run a nonprofit organization before taking the leap, you can build a sustainable nonprofit organization with a lasting impact.