Why Young People are Starting Nonprofits

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Hello! I have been trying to start a non profit organization for teens in my
community along with helping their moms. My funds are very limited. Any
information, samples or advise that you can pass on would be greatly
appreciated.
Thanks,
LaShawn

lashawn wech of FL 9:33PM June 04, 2010

I am looking to start a similar non-profit organization and if any one could help me, it would be greatly appreciated. Thanks and good luck to everyone!

Sha'Quanna Johnson of FL 12:22AM December 02, 2009

This couldn't have come at a better time. I'm from Nairobi, Kenya and planning to start a non-profit. It's good to read what other people have done. I feel so encouraged.

Ben 7:08AM September 23, 2009

Shorter Eduardo: since the achievement gap is closed, we can stop teaching kids!
Black women who graduate college, make on average, less than white men who do not. It's a complex issue. But there's never going to be a point where sitting down with a kid and teaching them is "obsolete".

Jonathan of IL 1:26PM July 29, 2009

I am currently educating myself into starting my own non-profit organization and her advice couldn't have come at a better time. I'm kind of jumping in feet first and I'm having to learn from the ground up. Thank you for sharing your interview with her and I want to thank her for sharing her story.

Jessica of KY 8:20PM July 24, 2009

I have known Lindsay since she graduated from high school and I have no doubts that she (and many other 20-somethings) can make significant changes in our world. As the recipient of a Jefferson Award for the Greatest Public Service for an individual under the age of 35, Lindsay exemplifies the type of person you give a little support to and then get out of her way. She will make changes that have a profound impact on others.

Mark Davis of GA 12:17PM July 20, 2009

With girls increasingly outperforming boys in school at all age levels, and with the ranks of elementary school teachers overwhelmingly dominated by females, one wonders if this sort of specialized mentorship is no longer necessary. Or if we haven't reached the point where there'd be greater societal benefit if such a program existed for boys, instead of girls.

Eduardo of NJ 1:54PM July 15, 2009

Congratulations to Lindsay. An inspiring endeavor. It might also be interesting to know why she chose a non profit structure versus a for profit one to execute her mission.
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sam x renick of CA 10:05AM July 15, 2009

that sounds like a great organization Roderick, thanks for letting us know!

Kimberly Palmer of DC 1:06PM July 14, 2009

Kim,
About 3 years ago in Jackson,Ms. There was 2 school age siblings decided to start a non-profit call "Just Have A Ball". Mississippi leads the nation in childhood obesity. This group as of May 2009 given 8,000 balls (football, Basketball, Soccer) to Mississippi children. They also have a 5k race every May call "The Magnolia Meltdown". One of the largest races in the state.

Rod Simmons of MS 12:01PM July 14, 2009