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Should I start a charity?

Ten quick questions to help you think it through. There are no wrong answers, and your answers stay in your browser. At the end you'll get a suggestion and some next steps.

1. Is another charity already doing this work where you are?
2. How many hours a week can you give, for at least the next year?
3. How many people (not your relatives) would serve on a board with you?
4. How would the first year be paid for?
5. Have you worked or volunteered in this kind of work, or run anything with a budget?
6. Will you need to ask the public or foundations for money?
7. Could you partner with an existing charity instead of starting your own?
8. Which is closest to why you want to do this?
9. How do you feel about bookkeeping, filings and deadlines?
10. How long do you see this work going on?

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Answer all ten questions, then press “See my result”. There are no wrong answers.

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