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First, appoint a committee to investigate incorporation. The committee will have to consider such things as a proper name, the purposes, and necessary legal assistance.
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Incorporation is regulated by state law and differs in each. Write to the proper state authority requesting all information, pamphlets and sample Articles of Incorporation that are available. Thoroughly investigate and acquire all necessary papers and information before consulting an attorney to draw up Articles of Incorporation under the General Not for Profit Corporation Act.
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A list of considerations and procedures for incorporation follows:
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The name of the society must not be similar to another.
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The purpose must be stated in the Articles of Incorporation. |
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Have the Articles of Incorporation notarized. |
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Articles of Incorporation must be signed by the President or Vice-President and the Secretary, one of whom is designed as the Registered Agent. |
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The Articles of Incorporation are filed by mail or in person with the proper state office. |
