Upcoming Events
Starting a Nonprofit: What You Need to Know
Have a passion for making a difference but aren’t sure where to begin?
Starting a nonprofit requires more than a great idea it takes thoughtful planning, a clear mission, strong leadership, and an understanding of the legal and organizational requirements needed to turn your vision into reality.
Join Nonprofit Management Center in Monahans, Texas, on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. for an interactive, hands-on workshop designed to guide you through the essential steps of establishing a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit organization.
Whether you’re just exploring an idea or preparing to submit your application, this workshop will help you navigate the nonprofit formation process with greater confidence.
We’ll cover:
- Key requirements/necessary documentation
- Defining your mission
- Forming a board of directors
- Developing bylaws
- Preparing a startup budget
- Applying for tax-exempt status.
Participants will receive practical resources, templates, and guidance to help prepare for the application process, avoid common mistakes, and take the next steps toward turning their vision into a sustainable nonprofit organization.
Who Should Attend: Individuals interested in starting a nonprofit, emerging nonprofit founders, community leaders, and those in the early stages of establishing a charitable organization.
Breakfast will be provided.
Location: Monahans Chamber of Commerce
Beyond the Numbers: Nonprofit Financial Reporting, Accountability & Transparency
Is your nonprofit meeting its financial reporting requirements and do you understand what those reports say about your organization?
Financial reporting is more than filing forms and meeting deadlines. It is an essential part of nonprofit accountability, transparency, and responsible stewardship. Understanding these requirements helps nonprofit leaders make informed decisions, maintain compliance, and build confidence among donors, funders, board members, and the communities they serve.
Join Nonprofit Management Center Monday, October 26, 2026, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. for our Lunch & Learn, Beyond the Numbers: Nonprofit Financial Reporting, Accountability & Transparency presented by NMC Consultants Erika Chavez and Connie May.
This will cover:
- IRS Form 990: Understanding filing requirements, deadlines, and what the form communicates about your organization.
- Functional Expenses: Understanding how program, administrative, and fundraising expenses are classified and reported.
- Public Disclosure: Knowing what financial information nonprofits must make available to the public.
- Compliance & Resources: Identifying key federal and Texas reporting obligations and resources to help organizations stay on track.
Whether you’re an executive director, board member, finance professional, or nonprofit staff member, this session will provide practical knowledge and resources to help you navigate financial reporting with greater confidence.
Participants will leave with a clearer understanding of their organization’s reporting responsibilities, common compliance pitfalls, and actionable steps to strengthen financial transparency, accountability, and organizational stewardship.
Lunch will be provided
Location: Midland Shared Spaces
The Nonprofit Checkup: Are You on Track?
Whether your nonprofit is newly established or has been serving the community for years, maintaining a healthy organization requires more than a strong mission. Effective governance, sound financial practices, ongoing compliance, and regular organizational monitoring are essential to long-term success.
Join Nonprofit Management Center Wednesday, November 4, 2026, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. for our Lunch & Learn, The Nonprofit Checkup: Are You on Track? presented by NMC Consultants Erika Chavez and Connie May.
Topic will cover:
*Essential systems every nonprofit should have in place
*Board meetings and governance responsibilities
*Financial oversight
*Form 990 reporting
*Audit considerations
Through real-world examples and an interactive organizational checkup, participants will identify potential gaps, revisit best practices, and leave with actionable steps to strengthen accountability, improve oversight, and keep their nonprofit on track.
Lunch will be provided.
Location: Monahans Chamber of Commerce
Become a Partner Today!
The Nonprofit Management Center seeks to help strengthen the nonprofit sector in the Permian Basin.
Included among the many benefits of Center Partnership are:
- Discounts for consulting and training services
- Discounts for workshops and seminars
- Privileges for online library resources
- Discounted monthly luncheons with guest speakers (February-November)
- Center Partner emails to inform and update on issues relevant to nonprofit managers
- Organizational link on NMC website
- No cost job posts on NMC website