Collective Diaspora
Assist with Incorporation in NY and Filing for 501(c)(3) Status
Summary:
Assist an organization supporting Black cooperatives by incorporating in NY and filing for 501(c)(3) status.
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Jurisdictions: NY
About the Organization: Collective Diaspora is a global membership-based organization of Black cooperatives and Black-led cooperative support organizations across the African diaspora. Importantly they support members with: (i) networking and relationship building; (ii) education and training; (iii) resources and tools; (iv) publicity and promotion; (v) cultivating capital; (vi) opportunities for trade; and (vii) advocacy.
Legal Entity Type: Unregistered
SDG(s):Climate Action, Decent Work and Economic Growth, End Poverty, Gender Equality, Good Health and Well Being, Industry Innovation and Infrastructure, Life on Land (sustainability of ecosystems), Partnerships to achieve the Goals, Reduced Inequalities, Zero Hunger
Legal Issue(s):
Collective Diaspora has been fiscally sponsored for several years and would now like to become an independent non-profit. They are seeking assistance incorporating in New York and filing for 501(c)(3) status. Importantly, they would like to ensure that their bylaws reflect the democratic governance of their membership-led organization. Additionally, they would like to ensure that the new organization can grant funds to organizations and individuals both in the U.S. and internationally.