THE
BUSINESS
OF CHARITY
We’ll help you to mold your non-profit organization into a fundable and sustainable entity.
our founder
The Business of Charity (BOC) is a non-profit consultancy led by Patrina Pelton-Smith
Your non-profit organization is a business, and should behave as such. That is why BOC’s focus is the “business” of charity. Our goal is to mold your non-profit organization into a fundable and sustainable entity.
20+ Years Of Non-Profit Experience
Patrina led or served as C-Suite executive for several Houston non-profit organizations, including Bay Area Turning Point, Inc., New Horizon Family Center, and Fresh Spirit Wellness for Women, Inc.
In Business for 3+ Years
In 2018, Patrina expanded her grant writing services and launched The Business of Charity, LLC to include executive coaching and education services for CEOs, executive directors, and board members.
your Keys to success
No matter how big or small, we make the formation process of your non-profit simple.
STEP ONE
We’ll help you obtain your 501c3 tax-exempt status.
STEP TWO
Then, we’ll set up your non-profit formation as a corporation.
STEP THREE
We’ll walk you through the creation of your organizations by-laws, and file for your EIN.
STEP FOUR
We’ll file your IRS tax exemption application, so you can seek donations and grants.
STEP FIVE
You’ll be responsible for making sure that you maintain on-going compliances, but we’ll support you through the process.
STEP SIX
We will register your domain and support you in marketing your non-profit.
OUR SERVICES
Your non-profit organization is a business, and should behave as such. That is why BOC’s focus is the “business” of charity.
We focus on formation, infrastructure, administration, and grant writing. You get an organization that is not only fundable, but sustainable.
Non-Profit Formation
Starting a nonprofit is complex. Let us help you succeed.
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Grant Writing
There are a wealth of grant opportunities. Let us help you stand-out.
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Executive Coaching
We help support nonprofit leaders with our intensive executive coaching.
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Education Services
We offer live class sessions for nonprofits of all sizes.
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“Patrina’s business coaching is a gamechanger! All non-profit executives should take her class before they begin! This would have saved me two years.”
- Recent Client Feedback
Download Now: Free Readiness Checklist for Non-profits!
You must raise money to fund your mission, and often you want grants, but is your organization ready? Review this checklist to determine your grant readiness.