Resources
Are you stuck, unsure what you need or where to start? Check out these helpful links!
The resources posted here are links to external sites that we have found helpful and informative in the past. We do not manage or own any of these external sites, and do not control the specific content, websites, or security therein. If you have any questions or problems regarding an external site you should reach out to the managers of that site directly. If there is a problem with one of our links, or you have any resources to recommend, please let us know through the "contact us" section.
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More to come! We want to help you succeed and are always on the lookout for new resources to share. If there is a problem with one of our links, you have any resources to recommend, or if you are ready to talk with one of our consultants about your project, please Contact us Here.
Attachments Needed For Funding Proposals
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IRS determination letter
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Organizational budget for the current/upcoming year – should be approved by your Board
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YTD financial statements: Profit-Loss; Balance Sheet
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Audits/financial reviews for preceding two years
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990s returns for preceding year
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Support/commitment letters; MOUs; relevant contracts/agreements
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Organizational brochure; annual report; or other program or marketing literature
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Photos (high resolution; signed release forms on file for anyone depicted in photos)
Downloadable Templates
The Texas Grants Resource Center can help Central Texas grant seekers to get useful details on funders who are likely to support your mission.
Austin ISD Office of Innovation and Development has fundraising/grant resources and information as well.
Fundraising/Grant Resources
Starting a Business
In Texas, you can register your business quickly and easily at the SOS Direct website
Nonprofit organizations seeking to become exempt under IRS section 501(c)(3) can complete the Streamlined 1023-EZ Form at Pay.gov in far less time than it used to take, with a quicker turnaround to get your IRS determination letter. Note: You will be asked to register with a form of payment, which will be used to collect your filing fee at the end of the application. The user fee for (long/regular) Form 1023 is $600. The user fee for Form 1023-EZ is $275.
The U.S. Small Business Administration has a variety of resources, including easy-to-follow guidance on how to plan, launch, manage and grow your business, funding opportunities, government contracting, and more.
Grants For Women is a PDF compiled of grants that focus on assisting women in business.
Translation Services
When serving a diverse community, language translation is critical to connect with a variety of stakeholders. The following agency provides translation services at a discount for community nonprofits:
Texan Translation (translation and interpretation)