Non Profit

Starting a nonprofit allows you to formalize your mission, raise funds, and operate with credibility. Whether you’re forming a charitable organization, educational group, foundation, or religious entity, the right legal structure is the first step to doing good—legally and effectively.

At Doc Prep Heroes, we make the nonprofit formation process fast, accurate, and stress-free.

Form a Nonprofit Organization

Turn your mission into a legal entity that makes an impact.

What Is a Nonprofit?

A Nonprofit Corporation is a legal entity formed for a purpose other than generating profit. Instead of distributing income to owners or shareholders, a nonprofit uses its revenue to further its mission.

Most nonprofits seek 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status from the IRS, which allows them to accept tax-deductible donations and grants.

Benefits of Forming a Nonprofit

Legal Protection

Incorporating protects the personal assets of directors, officers, and volunteers.

Tax-Exempt Eligibility

Forming a nonprofit is the first step toward applying for 501(c)(3) status with the IRS.

Fundraising Credibility

A registered nonprofit builds trust with donors, grantmakers, and the community.

Grant Access

Many public and private grants are only available to officially incorporated nonprofits.

Ongoing Legacy

A nonprofit exists as a legal entity beyond its founders, allowing for continuity and growth.

Who Should Form a Nonprofit?

You should consider forming a nonprofit if your mission involves:

  • Charitable, educational, religious, or scientific purposes
  • Supporting a cause or community in need
  • Operating as a foundation, school, church, or advocacy group
  • Applying for government or private grants
  • Accepting donations from the public or institutions

How the Process Works

Forming your Non Profit with us is simple:

Tell us about your mission

We'll collect basic information about your nonprofit’s name, purpose, and leadership.

We prepare your documents

We’ll file your Articles of Incorporation with the appropriate state agency.

Receive your documents

You’ll receive your approved formation documents digitally, ready to use.

Start your IRS tax-exempt application (optional)


If you plan to apply for 501(c)(3) status, we can help you prepare IRS Form 1023 or 1023-EZ.

PRICING

Get your Nonprofit started today. Select your package.

Let’s make your nonprofit official and compliant with the right package for you.

Essential

7 Business Day Filing
$ 55 + State Filing Fees
  • Business name availability check
  • Preparation of formation documents (LLC, Corporation, or other entity types)
  • Filing with your Secretary of State
  • Dedicated phone and email support during formation process

Plus

4 Business Day Filing
$ 195 + State Filing Fees
  • All from "Essential Package", plus:
  • Filing of Statement of Information
  • Custom Bylaws​
  • Initial Company Minutes
  • 20 Minute Consultation with Start-Up Expert
  • Custom Business Kit with Standard Shipping
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Elite

Same Day Filing
$ 325 + State Filing Fees
  • All from "Plus Package", plus:
  • Fastest processing speed
  • Apply for EIN (required to open bank account)
  • Deluxe Custom Business Kit with Seal
  • Operating Agreement/Bylaws Drafted by a Legal Pro
  • 40 Minute Consultation with an experienced Business Start-Up Attorney
  • Amendment Filing (1 free change in business name, address, or agent)
  • Foreign Registration Add-On Discount (if expanding to another state) → Useful for fast-growing businesses.
  • Registered Agent Service (First Year Free)

What’s Included in Our Nonprofit Formation Service

At Doc Prep Heroes, we guide you through the foundational legal steps to launch your organization the right way.

Our nonprofit formation service includes:

  • Business name availability check
  • Preparation and filing of Articles of Incorporation for nonprofit status
  • Statement of Information (if required in your state)
  • Basic corporate bylaws (optional custom upgrade available)
  • Registered Agent Service (optional)
  • EIN/Tax ID application (optional add-on)
  • IRS 501(c)(3) Application Preparation (available as a separate service of $295)

State filing fees and IRS filing fees are not included and vary by state.

Why File for a Nonprofit With Docprepheroes?

Every day, professionals from around the country choose to form a nonprofit online with Docprepheroes Filings. These are just a few of the reasons why.

Trusted and Experienced

Our Business Specialists will form your new business the correct way, saving you time and money by avoiding costly errors. Let us handle your business filings while you focus on growing your business.

Personal Customer Support

Our expert Business Specialists work to familiarize themselves with your account and business, allowing them to provide support tailored to your needs. With Docprepheroes, you can trust that your business is in the right hands.

Fast Turnaround Time

We’re among the fastest in the industry when it comes to filing your paperwork correctly and efficiently. We know your time is valuable, so our Business Specialists start working on your filing ASAP.

Are You Ready to Start Your Nonprofit Registration?

Get help starting a nonprofit today, starting at $0 + state fees.

Common Nonprofit Types We Help Form

  • Charitable organizations
  • Educational programs and schools
  • Religious organizations and churches
  • Public foundations
  • Arts and cultural nonprofits
  • Environmental and animal welfare groups

Important Considerations

  • Most states require nonprofits to include specific language in their Articles for IRS tax-exemption eligibility.
  • You may need to register as a charity before soliciting donations, depending on your state.
  • Your nonprofit must adopt bylaws and hold an initial board meeting.
  • IRS approval for 501(c)(3) status can take weeks or months—prepare accordingly.

What Is 501(c)(3) Status?

The term 501(c)(3) refers to a section of the Internal Revenue Code that allows certain nonprofits to be exempt from federal income tax. This status also lets donors deduct their contributions on their taxes.

We offer preparation services for the IRS 501(c)(3) application process, including:

  • IRS Form 1023 (long form) or Form 1023-EZ
  • Conflict of interest policy drafting
  • Guidance on required language in mission statements
  • Help organizing required attachments and board resolutions

Starting a Nonprofit Organization: Common Questions

If you have more questions, please contact us.

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Nonprofits are unique in that they are able to raise capital through acquiring special grants, and that they can receive tax-exempt status. For charity organizations, or those focused on serving the greater good of their communities, it is usually the only logical choice of business structure.

There are no restrictions regarding who can form a Nonprofit organization.

As most Nonprofits are typically founded with the main goal of benefitting the general public, Nonprofits can become "tax exempt" entities. This means that they are free from paying a vast majority of the taxes that are levied on other types of organizations.

However, Nonprofits are not granted tax-exempt status automatically upon formation. After the organization is successfully formed with its state, it must file Form 1023 with the IRS to receive tax-exempt status. There may also be some state-level filing required to become tax exempt at the state level, depending on where your organization is located.

Yes. Swyft Filings assists with filing 501(c)(3) applications with the IRS. Learn more here.

The typical rule is that Nonprofits must have at least three board members to receive tax-exempt status from the IRS. However, it is possible to form a Nonprofit with only one founder.

Learn more about organizing your Nonprofit’s leadership structure, and other Nonprofit formation steps.

Ready to Start Your Nonprofit?

Doc Prep Heroes helps you build a strong foundation for your nonprofit—accurately, affordably, and with professional support. Let us handle the legal paperwork so you can focus on your mission.

Get started today and turn your passion into real-world impact.