laws of incorporation are specific to each state. 501c3 status is something you can apply for once incorporated. you can contact an accountant for more information, or just do a google search to start! :O) --leigh ann
www.chihuahuarescuega.com On 10/7/07, toshia nicholson <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > I've always thought of starting my own rescue except mine would be for > cats. Who did you contact reqaurding the 501c3 status of a > rescue/non-profit organization? I'm curious but don't know where to start. > > Toshia > > *Leigh Ann Dickey <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>* wrote: > > Hello, I have been a part of this group only for a short time now, and I > want to introduce myself. I live in Buford, Ga. and have owned Chihuahuas > for the past 12 years. I also have participated in animal rescue for the > past 5 years. I was also shelter manager for a humane society and have > worked in the veterinary field. > > Over the past few years, I have worked with many homeless Chihuahuas in > finding them new homes based on their special needs. I have now reached the > point where I feel that it is time to start my own rescue group for > Chihuahuas in Georgia. Currently, I am in the process of filing for > incorporation and 501c3 status. > > The reason I am so excited to be a part of this group as I am seeking > foster homes and volunteers to lend expertise to the group. This is a great > time to do so because there is no other breed specific Chihuahua rescue in > Ga. Our group will hopefully lay the foundation. > > Anyone who wishes to volunteer should feel free to email me and we can > discuss the opportunities available! :O) Also, I am holding a Halloween > contest on my website to start things off on the right foot. I hope you will > consider supporting my cause! > > Thanks for letting me share, and talk soon! > > Leigh Ann Dickey > Chihuahua Rescue of Georgia > www.chihuahuarescuega.com > [EMAIL PROTECTED] > > > > ------------------------------ > Looking for a deal? Find great prices on flights and > hotels<http://us.rd.yahoo.com/evt=47094/*http://farechase.yahoo.com/;_ylc=X3oDMTFicDJoNDllBF9TAzk3NDA3NTg5BHBvcwMxMwRzZWMDZ3JvdXBzBHNsawNlbWFpbC1uY20->with > Yahoo! FareChase. > > >
