What do I need to start a charity foundation?

Question

I want to create a charity foundation but I'm not sure of what exactly i need to do to make one. I've already found a place to donate (a homeless family shelter) but don't know exactly where to go from there.

Answer 1

How do I start a foundation?

If you want to share your wealth by setting up a charitable foundation, check out the Council on Foundations. (http://www.cof.org/learn/content.cfm?Ite... This association offers many resources for starting a foundation. Find out what kind of foundation is right for you, get legal advice and keep up to date on foundation news.

For more guidance, visit GiveSpot's Resources for Foundations.