How to Start a Nonprofit Organization for the Homeless

If you want to learn how to start a nonprofit organization for the homeless, watch this video for some helpful information for direction on how to get started. This video is divided into two major parts: Preparation and Paperwork/Administration. Skip to 12:55 for the second part which covers the type of info you need to know if you want to proceed with starting a nonprofit organization.
Before you start your nonprofit organization for the homeless, here are some things you should focus on:
0:00 Introduction
1: 26 Identify your niche
4:30 - Identify your signature services
5:18 - Identify your target population
6:11 Figure out your intended outcomes
Skip to 8:02 for my quick tip on fleshing out your program details
Go to 9:50 for an important question you should ask yourself before you proceed with starting a nonprofit organization.
Part 2 of the video starts at 12:55.
For advice on your specific situation, always consult a lawyer, accountant or nonprofit consultant who can help you give you counsel with your individual circumstances. Please note that this is general advice.
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[@Everythoughtispossible]

This is extremely helpful. I am sorting out my thoughts and creating an action plan for building a safe haven for homeless youth/foster children.

[@daniellefar5325]

Me too… would like to connect and discuss ideas

[@slat.7680]

May God Bless Your Path...He has already prepared the Way...🙏Sister in Christ. Blessings 🙌

[@sbminor1]

Hi Jess, I came on here because I am in the process of doing the same thing. I've been foster parent to teen girls for over 10 yrs and my city is in need of a place for them to stay. They currently have them sleeping on the floor in the DHS building

[@BossonaBudget]

Hi, where are you located?

[@jerrywaters4814]

I am a foot soldier! I have been homeless over two years now, I have been sober for 20 Plus years now! I am looking at this problem head on, and taking homeless head on, the root causes from addiction which in the homeless community is not the key problems of homeless. Homeless have unhealthy brain do to unhealthy diet, then unhealthy hygienes. I understand if I can gain the homeless respect and trust by giving them nutritious meals to help heal their brains, washers and dryers so they can wash their clothes, and showers to gain back their respect for their own selves, then it shall be downhill to help them kick their addictions. Meanwhile or shelter will be good quality canvas 10x10 tents four season of course. Now I've been talking to the homeless about my plan, some would say if you get this started I will follow you some are not sure, and some well I don't know where they stand because they don't know where they're stand because nobody has offered an actual hand up. That's what I can provide. So me and a friend have been working on the paperwork and everything and we decided that we or the organization or foundation I'm not going to take any kind of pay for all monies will remain in the foundation so that we can move this foundation in different areas when this one is started and going well. Me I will continue to be a foot soldier amongst the homeless. That's the purpose that God is giving me to do this journey.

[@BossonaBudget]

Thank you for the work you’re doing!

[@TripleThreat58]

So glad to find your channel, we are exploring the options to start a non profit for low cost, long term, secure housing for high functioning spectrum adults, watching through all you videos currently, and all are so very helpful and insightful and this video is applicable in many ways. I have registered for your checklist, thanks for all you've done in this area.

[@BossonaBudget]

Awesome, thanks so much for watching my videos. Please let me know if you have questions.

[@alexialovestwice]

Thank you so much for this video. I’m 17 (highschool graduate) and it’s been on my heart for years to help the homeless and make it my full time focus. I myself commit acts of charity but I know that it needs to be on an official scale. This definitely helped me and solidified my plan!❤

[@BossonaBudget]

I'm so glad it helped! Make sure you keep me updated on your progress.

[@bbldrizzaay]

Like you said, homelessness is a complex problem with many facets. Your video is comprehensive and I appreciate you going into so much detail for us.

[@BossonaBudget]

Thanks so much for commenting and I’m glad the video was helpful!

[@motivated2010]

I just had to come back and say thank you again. I downloaded the check list and ordered the nonprofit startup. I'm finishing up my masters this year and have been in corporate 34 years and finally ready to boss up and start a transitional living home for women who have children. I'm passionate and know the road won't be easy BUT manageable and I'm excited about the lives that will be touched. Virtual hugs and blessings!!!!

[@michellebeauchamp1189]

What is the check list

[@BossonaBudget]

It’s the startup checklist: rebrand.ly/npchecklist

[@greenegreene6042]

Love you for this! Only special ppl think to do things like this. Loving and caring people. Shout out to everyone here learning ways that they can give back, especially during this time. 😌❤️🙏🏽

[@BossonaBudget]

Thank you so much for watching. 💕💕

[@bill.Latham]

We are in the process of starting a non profit giving out new clothes to the homeless. This video has been a eye opener. You are a blessing Thank You.

[@BossonaBudget]

You’re welcome, I wish you much success!

[@toledoleslie]

This is very helpful! Love your videos!

[@BossonaBudget]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@CybeleCotter]

We have Wes watkins which is a reservoir here in Mcloud and people in the area can camp very low cost cheaper far cheeper that a hotel and near us in Choctaw is a KOA they also provide showers and it's just a little over $100 per week to pitch a tent there

[@Jeneawhite.]

Awesome video. Thank you .

[@BossonaBudget]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@reginayfavors]

New subscriber. This video is a blessing. I am so glad I came across your channel. I wasn't even looking for the information. I was watching videos on homeless people not wanting to to into the shelter. Then your video came on my timeline. Thank God it did. I will be watching these videos consistently. God bless.

[@BossonaBudget]

I’m so glad it was helpful!

[@hildaperry3505]

THANK YOU, THIS IS SOMETHING THAT GOD HAS LAID ON MY HEART TO DO. I REALLY WANT TO HELP PEOPLE.

[@BossonaBudget]

Thank you for watching and for your heart for people!

[@neducaref]

Thank you for these tips. We were just as confused where to get these answers two years ago. Happy being an advocate of the less privileged children

[@BossonaBudget]

Thank you for the work you’re doing 🤗

[@mackaroni7730]

Ms.Tiffany gives the best advice! Making assumptions can leave out so much detail.

[@BossonaBudget]

Thank you 😊

[@ryncricket2001]

This has been the most important and informative video I have seen. Thank you so, so much!

[@BossonaBudget]

I’m so glad it helped! Thank you for watching ❤️

[@iluvlucieelou]

I love that i found your channel, and that your spreading education about Non profits I’ve been wanting to make an impact on my community for as long as i can remember. This is so helpful thank you 💜

[@BossonaBudget]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@alisonwashington2143]

I've been praying on the right advice for establishing a Non profit status. This video was very informative and I'd like to speak with you as soon as you're available. Thank you!

[@nomusamkhonza9502]

😪😭😭they is nothing hurt me than to see other people suffering 😔 💔 I'm not working but I always make sure I make a difference in their lives I wish to have organization one day

[@BossonaBudget]

You will!

[@lovecanbefound7121]

Thank you for this! It was so helpful!! I love to see beautiful, intelligent, black women out here as knowledgeable about business as you. It's inspiring. 🙏🏾💯

[@BossonaBudget]

Thank you sis. Blessings to you. Thank you for watching 🤗

[@allinministries4948]

So glad I came across your channel. This channel is extremely helpful. I praise God for you !

[@BossonaBudget]

I’m so glad something I said helped! Let me know if you need help with something.

[@myroyalty100]

Thank you for all you do your videos are very helpful, God bless you!

[@BossonaBudget]

Of course I’m glad they’re helpful!!

[@user-qr6uj2hh7t]

Thank you for your video. I am going through homelessness. I really appreciate your advice ❤

[@BossonaBudget]

I'm praying that you'll have a home soon ❤️

[@user-qr6uj2hh7t]

@Boss on a Budget - Build a Strong Nonprofit thank you very much. I pray God 🙏

[@DaSocialIntrovertz]

She definitely kept me interested ❤❤Great Job Girl

[@CookWithStephh]

So glad I came across your channel. Been wondering how to start giving back. This is great information

[@BossonaBudget]

I’m so glad you’re here ❤️

[@heatherlynn2695]

Thank you so much!! You're an angel For doing this.

[@BossonaBudget]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@akeilatasby6501]

Helpful information, thank you!

[@BossonaBudget]

You’re welcome, thanks for watching!

[@loyala-blessingchosen5910]

Great job💪

[@BossonaBudget]

Thank you for watching!

[@loyala-blessingchosen5910]

U welcome

[@jennyzeibaq1118]

Wow! Your video is so helpful 🎉 Thank you

[@motivated2010]

great content...I plan to binge watch several of videos-keep it coming and thank you!

[@BossonaBudget]

Awesome, thank you for watching!

[@rugyjoy]

Thank you so much! I really have been interested in starting a DV shelter. This was helpful

[@BossonaBudget]

I’m glad it was helpful. Thank you for watching!

[@arkasantilee1982]

I wanna start one too

[@sbminor1]

Thank you so much for this information. I will be reaching out to you soon

[@jbaby646]

Thank you for this video. This put things in prospective... and also help me determine which direction I would like to go in. Thank you so much.💓

[@juanitathompson7184]

Wow! Thank you so much! This is so helpful. I will be reaching out to you! God Bless and Happy New Year!

[@SAMOKORIENGOLA]

good lession am also in the cause of startin gan NGO for the homeless

[@BossonaBudget]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@annieadou777]

thanks for the info

[@BossonaBudget]

You’re welcome, thanks for watching!

[@cerrie0809]

Omg you must have been in my head … I want to do a transitional home for women recently released for incarceration

[@BossonaBudget]

Great minds think alike 🤗

[@rowenatalie29]

Thank you

[@BossonaBudget]

Thank you for watching!

[@misamisa2677]

You are the best, thank you 🙏☮️❤️

[@BossonaBudget]

Thanks for watching! Have you started a nonprofit yet?

[@Dialysistechniciansworldwide]

I deeply thankyou 🔥🔥🔥

[@BossonaBudget]

You’re welcome, thank you for watching!

[@mwererobert3940]

I started up one

[@jesterfavoriteplay3199]

This is interesting thinking about the homeless in Colorado no shelter during snowstorms people literally freezing ( different part's of Colorado none period)

[@BossonaBudget]

Wow….it’s so sad that we can’t solve this basic problem

[@CybeleCotter]

I want to provide tents and food for people in need in Mcloud

[@motivationandmeditations7600]

❤❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉🎉 thank you so much

[@BossonaBudget]

You’re very welcome!

[@tonidavis5248]

Your videos are Great. Do you do private mentoring? What do you charge? I'm very anxious to get my non-profit going.

[@BossonaBudget]

Thanks for watching my videos! I just opened up coaching slots- you can see more here: www.bossonabudget.com/coaching

[@donneljordan7880]

Hey sister just found ur vids n really enjoy them. U said something in this vid that really hit me. ( when u said u can’t do everything ) sis I want to do everything lol. I am currently in the process of obtaining my nonprofit I’ve completed my “ first set of questions “ for my 501(c)(3). I was wondering do u provide a mentorship program

[@BossonaBudget]

Lol I get it. I have a coaching program on fundraising and I go live on Instagram and Facebook three times a week - @bossonab. We can talk more there or you can also get on my calendar: calendly.com/bossonabudget/30min

[@emilyem5618]

@@BossonaBudget This is really needed thank you. There's not alot of information on this topic.

[@CybeleCotter]

I really need help starting this organization or should it be a foundation. I have a friend who has her organization but it is mostly for the big city here Oklahoma city. In Oklahoma most people here don't have cars and my little town especially Mcloud Oklahoma has really nothing here to help our community. Now Harrah does have food pantries etc. Anyway I don't have $ but I do want to help people

[@BossonaBudget]

Have you started thinking others who would be supportive of the mission too? It's possible to start with little to no money but you need supporters to do that.

[@sealtraders]

Hello, I'm in Kenya with a non profit 10 years old. Really struggling with it after children grew. most in high school now. I'll really appreciate to get someone to help

[@empressella4671]

I am homeless with a family and needing assistance just for a couple weeks, ive contacted every organization over 40 or more churches, did you ever start your organization?

[@BossonaBudget]

Hi, unfortunately I don’t have an organization. I wish I could help!

[@shakibs1002]

I have some real estate as in vacant lot in a cold north in Lancaster Ohio. I want to start a homeless shelter, it's especially needed here because the cold really hurts and it's illegal to be homeless, slash it's hard to keep anything to survive in the cold because the government comes destroys all insfastrure anyone can build without permit aka 120 sq ft building.

[@ketrahill4985]

❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@NevaJWilson25462]

How to raise funds for property to build or put trailors on it for homeless.

[@vocacaoemicronegocios]

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[@fabiocreator9251]

So I monthly go to the grocery spend a couple hundred of dollars buying food to give to the homeless people near to my neighborhood (Downtown Area) I know that to do that I don’t need an organization but this is the beginning of something that I believe I’m going to make bigger. So what’s the best option because I just want to like register a company or something just for that. Thinking about the future that I can say my charity company has officially years of registered. I don’t know if you understand… Should I just go to the website to the IRS and create a non profitable organization right ? Greetings

[@highoncaffeine338]

tysm I'm thinking about starting free housing opportunities for anybody in unlivable conditions

[@BossonaBudget]

It’s definitely needed everywhere!

[@deannacheriamore2828]

💗🙏🏻

[@melindaburnside1835]

👍 I AM VERY INTERESTING 💯💖🥰👍

[@rashawndaholmes2651]

Can recommend any links to grant writers? I would appreciate the information thanks so much!

[@BossonaBudget]

Hi, I have a list of grant writers I send requests to. You can fill out this form: www.cognitoforms.com/TiffanyAllen1/BossOnABudgetGrantWriterRequestForm

[@rashawndaholmes2651]

@@BossonaBudget thank you!

[@shavontewalker9445]

Are you a consultant? I have so many questions and ideas 🤦🏽‍♀️🤦🏽‍♀️

[@BossonaBudget]

Yes, here’s my link to schedule time: calendly.com/bossonabudget/30min

[@user-us9dl2pi8l]

Is it possible to donate from my own money to the non profit that i wantt to open? I dont want the irs auditing if im like laundering money.

[@BossonaBudget]

Yes, you can donate to any nonprofit - you don't own it so it's like you're donating to another entity just like any other. That's why you have a board to protect any conflicts of interest

[@jamesgeoffrey4624]

The link did not provide a checklist of the Non-Profit Start Up. FYI!

[@BossonaBudget]

Hi, I just tested it out and it's working. If you're having issues, email [e-mail] for help.

[@jamesgeoffrey4624]

@@BossonaBudget Hello. Yes, correct. It was sent to me after the email verification was sent to me. Thank you for the assistance. As a homeless, and a MBA Degree Holder, it's tough to maneuver through this homeless system that only provide limited resources and of work opportunity. That free guide is very helpful and could potentially put me back on the map but work needs to be done. Thank you, again.

[@BossonaBudget]

Awesome, glad you got it!

[@marympesia8458]

Hi , i have heart of helping people and what i do is to collect donations then give them to the orphanges in the community, especially children items and i don't want just to do within the countary that i am staying in , i want to be international please can help advice me here i thought to register it as non-profit and i try to do some research then i find this video.

[@BossonaBudget]

Hi, i recommend watching a few more videos before you decide to move forward. I’ll drop a couple

[@BossonaBudget]

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[@tiffanyalberti2029]

How do I open up my own homeless shelter without government funding? That is one of my goals in life. It has to be without government funding or aid. When the pandemic was going on the government was shutting down homeless shelters all across America. I want to see to it that the government does not have the legal right to shut down my homeless shelter.

[@BossonaBudget]

I would identify the funding streams that will allow you the sustainability you need. Other options would be sponsorship, donations, earned income, etc

[@fabianaguerra3813]

I need help 😫

[@BossonaBudget]

Hi, what do you need help with?

[@CybeleCotter]

My wife and I are LGBTQ also there is a women's prison here so if women get released they can use this too

[@dawnbell9433]

If you were never homeless it isn't a good ideal same as drug programs or domestic violence.

[@blackpaulrevere]

Sometimes its best to get to the point talking in circles

[@BossonaBudget]

Thanks for watching anyway!

[@NevaJWilson25462]

They need homes built ot trailors, to perman!telly. Temp housing is no good. They are thrown back in the streets.

[@Goodgift-jk8gt]

​i am from ethiopia i am homeless i dont have family please help ​me😢@tnshaver