START UP SERVICES (in California and New Mexico)

o Assist with choosing an effective name.

o Ensure availability of name.

o Assist with writing Mission Statement.

o Prepare and file Articles of Incorporation or Amendment of Articles.

o File Statement of Information with California Secretary of State.

o Obtain Employer Identification Number (EIN).

o Write Bylaws tailored to your organization.

o Write conflict of interest policies.

o Prepare and file application for 501(c)(3) status, including budgets and narration of past,

   present and future activities.

MANAGEMENT(in New Mexico)

o Interim management of organization or project.

o Short-term and strategic planning.

o Assist Board in seeking, screening and hiring personnel.

o Fiscal Sponsorship Agreements.

o Personnel policies.

o Program policies.

o Financial policies.

o Facilities policies.

o Assessments of agency, including fiscal and management systems.

o Mediation and conflict resolution.

TRAINING

o Board and staff training.