BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Eventin//Event Calendar//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH BEGIN:VEVENT UID:8bd10a432e19fbca6d8f7b9195ec3077@roc.ph SUMMARY:How to Start a Nonprofit Organization in the Philippines DESCRIPTION:Category: Non-Profit Management\, Legal Compliance & Social Ent erprise GovernanceSubcategory: SEC Non-Stock Registration\, BIR Tax Exempti on Rulings (Section 30)\, LGU Permitting & Foundation Compliance📜 How to Start a Nonprofit Organization in the Philippines: Complete Legal Registra tion\, Compliance\, and Governance RoadmapMaster SEC Non-Stock Incorporatio n\, Foundation Capital Rules\, BIR Tax Exemption Rulings (Section 30 NIRC)\ , Local Government Permitting\, and Statutory Agency SetupDate: 📅 Decemb er 17\, 2026 (Thursday)Time: ⏰ 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM (Asia/Manila)Location: 📍 Live via Google Meet💡 Are You Passions-Driven to Launch a Cause\, B ut Intimidated by Philippine Bureaucracy and Legal Red Tape?Whether you wan t to champion education\, community health\, environmental conservation\, o r social welfare\, turning your vision into a legitimate non-profit organiz ation (NPO) or foundation in the Philippines requires strict adherence to g overnment regulations. Simply gathering a group of volunteers and starting community work isn't enough to secure tax exemptions\, accept tax-deductibl e donations\, or protect your trustees from personal liability. Navigating the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)\, Bureau of Internal Revenue ( BIR)\, and local government units (LGUs) can feel like a maze without a cle ar\, step-by-step roadmap.What if you could master the exact legal blueprin t required to officially incorporate\, tax-exempt\, and launch your non-pro fit organization with absolute confidence?Are you struggling to figure out the legal steps\, document requirements\, and compliance hurdles for starti ng an NPO in the Philippines?❌ SEC Registration Confusion: Not knowing wh ether to register as a standard non-stock corporation or a "Foundation\," a nd struggling with incorporation bylaws❌ The Tax Exemption Myth: Believin g that getting registered with the SEC automatically makes your non-profit tax-exempt (it doesn't!)❌ Capital & Deposit Hurdles: Confusion over minim um financial requirements\, such as the bank deposit rules specific to foun dations❌ Compliance Traps: Missing crucial post-registration deadlines wi th the BIR\, local government permits\, and statutory employer contribution sThe Goal: Equip founders\, social entrepreneurs\, and changemakers with a foolproof\, step-by-step framework to legally establish and operate a compl iant non-profit organization in the Philippines.🔥 What You’ll LearnCho osing Your Legal Structure: Non-Stock Corporation vs. FoundationUnderstandi ng the legal definitions\, governance rules\, and specific naming requireme nts mandated by the SECStep 1: SEC Name Reservation & IncorporationHow to d raft your Articles of Incorporation (AOI)\, By-Laws\, and structure your Bo ard of Trustees (5 to 15 members\, with a majority residing in the Philippi nes) Navigating Foundation Capital RequirementsUnderstanding the SEC rule s on initial contributions and the required notarized certificate of bank d eposit for foundations Step 2: Securing Your BIR Registration & Tax Exemp tion Ruling (CTE)Filing for your TIN and Certificate of Registration\, and navigating Section 30 of the National Internal Revenue Code (NIRC) to secur e an official Certificate of Tax Exemption Step 3: Local Government Unit (LGU) Permits & ComplianceSecuring your Barangay Clearance\, Mayor's/Busine ss Permit\, Fire Safety Inspection Certificate\, and sanitary permits Ste p 4: Statutory Employer RegistrationsSetting up your organization with SSS\ , PhilHealth\, and Pag-IBIG Fund if you plan to hire paid staff 🎯 Who Should Attend?✔ Social Entrepreneurs & Founders wanting to formalize thei r community initiatives into recognized legal entities✔ NGO Leaders & Cha rity Organizers looking to secure tax-exempt status and build donor trust ✔ Philanthropists & Impact Investors wanting to understand the regulatory framework of Philippine non-profits✔ Corporate CSR Teams establishing in dependent foundations or community outreach arms✔ Students\, Advocates & Changemakers passionate about civil society organization and legal governan ce🎟️ Ticket TiersTicket TypeSuper Early Bird (Until Dec 03)Early Bird (Dec 04 – Dec 10)Regular Rate (Dec 11 – Dec 16)What’s IncludedRegular Pass₱300₱400₱500📍 Live Google Meet Access📜 Professional Proof: e-Certificate of ParticipationRegular Pass (50% Off)(Student / Senior / PW D)₱150₱200₱250📍 Live Google Meet Access📜 Professional Proof: e- Certificate of ParticipationVIP Pass₱500₱800₱1\,000📍 Live Google M eet Access🎥 Full Course Recording Access📜 Full Skill Credential: e-Ce rtificate of CompletionVIP Pass (50% Off)(Student / Senior / PWD)₱250₱4 00₱500📍 Live Google Meet Access🎥 Full Course Recording Access📜 F ull Skill Credential: e-Certificate of Completion🎓 Special Discounts Ver ificationTo claim the 50% discount rates above\, eligible participants must submit verification using the corresponding scholarship/discount applicati on links:👴 Senior Citizens: https://roc.ph/scholarships/seniorcitizen/ 🎓 Students: https://roc.ph/scholarships/student/♿ PWD: https://roc.ph/ scholarships/pwd/⚠️ Note: Limited slots available to ensure an interact ive Q&A session. Reserve yours early!📌 Secure Your Slot Now🔗 Register Here: https://roc.ph/event/how-to-start-a-nonprofit-organization-in-the-ph ilippines/Missed the live event? Avail our Online Full Access (e-recording & e-certificate) at: https://roc.ph/service/how-to-start-a-nonprofit-organi zation-in-the-philippines💬 “Building a non-profit starts with a noble heart\, but succeeding requires bulletproof legal compliance. Navigate the bureaucracy\, secure your exemptions\, and scale your impact.”Upcoming We binars: roc.ph/webinarsRecorded Webinars: https://www.roc.ph/coursesWebinar Policy: roc.ph/policy/webinar/Privacy Policy: https://roc.ph/policy/privac y/ LOCATION:Online DTSTAMP:20261107T152943Z DTSTART:20261217T060000Z DTEND:20261217T070000Z END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR