A recent survey found that 36% of University of Pittsburgh Medical Center workers are in medical debt to their employer.

UPMC is a healthcare giant. It employs more than 92,000 people, has an operating revenue of roughly $26 billion, and as a “non-profit”, it’s technically supposed to provide affordable healthcare to the people who need it most.

But its flagship hospital recently made headlines for being the least charitable non-profit hospital in the country.

In 1969, the tax code was modified so that a hospital didn't have to pay taxes as long as it was “promoting health.” Charity care" became optional.

So Vikas Saini and his colleagues at the Lown institute decided to take a closer look at just how far some non-profit hospitals have strayed from their original mandate of giving back. They looked at over 1,700 nonprofit hospitals nationwide and calculated what they call the “fair share” spending for each. If a hospital took more money in tax breaks than it gave back to the community, it had a fair share deficit.

Meanwhile, UPMC’s former CEO made $12.9 million in 2021. In total, top executives raked in $225 million — more than double what UPMC spent on charity care that year.

That’s enough money to keep hundreds of rural hospitals open, or to cancel the medical debt of hundreds of thousands of patients.

In just the last ten years, UPMC has grown from 12 hospitals to over 40.

Understaffing is pervasive at UPMC — and it’s only become worse as the hospital has gained more and more market power.

In May 2023, a coalition of unions filed an antitrust complaint with the Justice Department, accusing UPMC of using its market power to harm workers.

Three quarters of nonprofit hospitals are getting more in tax breaks than they’re spending on communities. That’s enough money to cancel the medical debt of 18 million Americans.
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In this video, I walk you through the exact steps to start a nonprofit in the USA from scratch. I also cover what you’re required to include in your bylaws, tips when filling out Form 1023, and how much the whole process will cost you. Plus, in the end, I explain what you need to do to maintain ongoing compliance.

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Video Overview 0:00

1: Benefits of starting a nonprofit: 0:41
2: Registering your nonprofit’s name: 2:12
3: Appointing your board of directors: 2:43
4: Creating Bylaws: 3:53
5: Filing your Articles of Incorporation: 5:05
6: Getting your Employee Identification Number (EIN): 6:54
7: Applying for Tax-Exempt Status with the IRS (Form 1023): 8:08
8: Maintaining ongoing compliance (Form 990): 14:32

IRS Form Links:
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✔️Applying for Tax-Exempt Status Overview and Links: https://www.irs.gov/charities-....non-profits/applying
✔️Form 1023: https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/f1023.pdf
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✔️Legal Resources for Nonprofits: https://www.nolo.com/
✔️Where to Find Volunteer Board Members and Volunteers: https://www.volunteermatch.org/
✔️Nonprofit Bylaws Help: https://nonprofitally.com/star....t-a-nonprofit/nonpro
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A nonprofit corporation can be a great way to help groups of people or organizations that may otherwise may be struggling. The term nonprofit gets thrown around a lot, but what exactly is a nonprofit and how do they work? In this video we will go over what a nonprofit organization is and how they differ from other business structures.

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1:15 bylaws
1:35 Directors and Officers
2:24 Tax Exempt
2:50 Misconception One - Nonprofits are only run by volunteers
3:19 Misconception Two - Nonprofits may not make a profit
3:53 Do you need to form a nonprofit?
5:21 Summary

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Purpose and Definition
A nonprofit corporation is a legal entity that exists for a defined purpose rather than profit generation. Unlike LLCs and traditional corporations, nonprofits are purpose-driven organizations like charities, churches, and social advocacy groups. Explains how excess funds after operating costs go directly to supporting their chosen cause or public benefit.
Organizational Structure

Nonprofits operate with a formal structure similar to regular corporations, including bylaws that serve as the organization's constitution. Details how the board of directors collectively governs the nonprofit while officers (president, secretary) handle specific operational responsibilities. It emphasizes that individual directors have no authority outside the board's collective decisions.

Tax-Exempt Status Benefits
Explains how 501(c)(3) status allows nonprofits to operate without paying taxes on income, maximizing funds available for their cause. Additionally, this status enables donors to claim tax deductions on their contributions, which can incentivize larger donations. The organization can also access benefits like discounted postal rates and enhanced grant opportunities.

Common Misconceptions Clarified
Two major misconceptions are addressed: First, that nonprofits are run solely by volunteers - most have paid staff members, though they must balance salaries with mission fulfillment. Second, that nonprofits can't make profits - they can and should maintain fiscal responsibility while focusing on their mission rather than profit maximization.

When to Form a Nonprofit
Provides practical guidance on when formal nonprofit incorporation is necessary. One-time charity events or fundraisers don't require nonprofit status, but long-term charitable goals benefit from formal incorporation through liability protection, enhanced fundraising capabilities, and tax advantages.

Financial Management
Nonprofits must operate as fiscally responsible businesses while prioritizing their mission over profit. Explains how they manage income from grants, donations, and services while maintaining financial viability and regulatory compliance.

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If you’ve ever wondered what a nonprofit organization really is, how it earns money, or why it’s called a nonprofit even though it can generate revenue —this video is for you.

In this episode of The Nonprofit Launcher, we discuss:

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✅ Revenue breakdown: Program Income, Donations, Grants & more
✅ The difference between pocketing money and paying yourself properly
✅ Motivational stats to show why now is the time to start your nonprofit

💡 Whether you’re just exploring the idea or ready to launch, this video gives you the real, honest truth behind what it takes to run a successful nonprofit.

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