“Just Because You Can, Doesn’t Mean You Should.”

It’s a phrase I’ve said to myself in times of sudden inspiration- when I’m convinced bangs are the answer, or when my cursor hovers timidly over “reply all.” That simple statement has likely prevented months of awkward grow-out, and eyerolls from those email recipients.

The same statement matters even more when the decision carries higher stakes—like deciding to start a nonprofit.

Sure, you absolutely can Start a Nonprofit. And we’re here to help you, we teach and offer a Starting a Michigan Nonprofit course to walk you through the many steps. But before you start filing paperwork, here are some things to consider: