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501(c)(3) Umbrella Services for Community Initiatives, Leaders, and Start-Up Programs

Launch your mission faster—receive tax-deductible donations and apply for grants without forming a full nonprofit.

Sure Start Nonprofit Solutions provides compliance-first fiscal sponsorship for community initiatives, entrepreneurs, and programs that need 501(c)(3) support now—without the administrative burden of starting a nonprofit.

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Compliance-focused. Transparent reporting. Built for growing community initiatives.

Fiscal sponsorship allows your project to operate under Sure Start NPS’s 501(c)(3) umbrella so you can accept tax-deductible donations, pursue grants, and build credibility—while we manage oversight, reporting, and compliance requirements.

What Is Fiscal Sponsorship?

Grant-Ready Support
Apply for grants that require 501(c)(3) status under our umbrella.

Compliance & Financial Oversight
Built-in monitoring, reporting, and record-keeping to protect your mission.

Receive Donations Immediately
Accept tax-deductible contributions with proper receipting.

  • Ability to receive tax-deductible donations under Sure Start NPS

  • Donation processing & receipting (IRS-compliant acknowledgements)

  • Grant eligibility under our 501(c)(3) umbrella (project must be approved)

  • Financial oversight & reporting (tracked income/expenses by project)

  • Compliance monitoring & record-keeping

  • Quarterly and annual financial statements

  • Program review for mission alignment

  • Access to consulting and nonprofit development support

What Fiscal Sponsorship Includes:

Optional Add-On Support: Strategic planning, administrative/back-office help, grant writing support, and transition-to-nonprofit planning.

Perfect For:

  • Grassroots and community-based initiatives

  • Youth, education, and outreach programs

  • Faith-based community projects (charitable activities)

  • Social impact entrepreneurs and pilot programs

  • Creative/cultural programs serving the public

  • New initiatives testing a model before forming a nonprofit

Who This Is For:

Not a Fit For:

Projects that are primarily political campaign activity, personal fundraising, or for-profit ventures.

Step 1 — Apply
Submit a short inquiry form about your project goals, funding needs, and timeline.

Step 2 — Review & Approval
We assess mission alignment, charitable purpose, and readiness for sponsorship.

Step 3 — Agreement + Onboarding
We finalize the fiscal sponsorship agreement, reporting schedule, and fund flow process.

Step 4 — Fundraising + Compliance Support
You begin receiving donations and pursuing funding while we handle oversight, receipting, and reporting.

How It Works:

Deliverables You Can Expect

  • Sponsorship confirmation letter (as needed for funders)

  • Donation receipts + donor acknowledgements

  • Quarterly financial statements

  • Annual year-end summary

  • Compliance file and documentation support

  • Project review check-ins to maintain alignment and readiness

What You Get:

FAQ Section

  • Answer: No. Fiscal sponsorship allows you to operate under our 501(c)(3) umbrella while you build your program .

  • Answer: Yes—approved projects may apply under Sure Start NPS, with required review to ensure compliance and alignment.

  • Answer: Funds are received and managed under Sure Start NPS and disbursed based on an approved project budget and agreement terms.

  • Answer: Typically 5–10 business days after receiving a complete application (timelines vary by project complexity).

  • Answer: Yes. We can help you plan a smooth transition when your project is ready.

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