Community organizations do vital work: supporting new immigrants, preserving culture, bringing together people from the same hometown, school or profession, and serving those in need. To do that work with confidence, an organization needs the right legal foundation, including a proper corporate form, sound governance and, where appropriate, tax-exempt status.
Ankaa Law helps founders and boards establish non-profit organizations in New York and keep them in good standing. We work with charities and foundations, cultural and educational groups, hometown and alumni associations, social clubs, professional and trade associations, and religious organizations.
How we represent non-profit clients
- The right structure for your mission. Not every organization should be a 501(c)(3) charity. We help you choose the form that fits your activities and goals.
- Governance that prevents disputes. Clear bylaws, election procedures and conflict-of-interest rules protect the organization and its volunteers, and help avoid leadership disputes.
- Ongoing compliance. Annual federal and state filings, fundraising rules and board responsibilities, explained in English or Chinese.