Intake help

Completing your FFC intake? These guides explain what we ask for and how to improve your readiness — they double as practical how-tos for running a credible charity.

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Writing a strong mission statement

Starter

What makes a mission statement clear, credible, and fundable.

Getting to 501(c)(3)

Starter

For charities not yet incorporated or not yet tax-exempt.

Governance & contact

Board requirements

Why FFC asks for three named officers with LinkedIn URLs — and how to get there.

Public contact information

Email and phone options ranked, with step-by-step setup for org-owned numbers.

Choosing a mailing address

PO box vs. commercial mailbox vs. registered agent, and why FFC uses Northwest.

Setting up social media

Starter

Which platforms matter and how to set up org-owned accounts.

Compliance & transparency

Candid / GuideStar transparency

Starter

Reaching the Gold Seal of Transparency — FFC’s minimum for 501(c)(3) charities.

Form 1023 vs. 1023-EZ

Starter

Which form, what timelines, and what FFC offers while you wait.

Fiscal sponsorship policy

Starter

FFC’s policy on fiscal sponsors and franchise/affiliate charities.

Policy pages

Starter

Donation, privacy, terms, vulnerability disclosure, and security acknowledgement.

Sharing supporting documents

Starter

What to share where — public issues vs. private channels.