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Associated Electric Cooperative assists rural communities in developing resources to meet social and economic needs for sustainability by offering the following technical assistance and resources.
Speculative Building Resource Guide
Click here to read an introduction and table of contents for this 18-page guide and call Mark Woodson, 417-881-1204, to request a copy.
Community Foundations Program
These resource guides are designed to assist community organizations during different development stages.
Mobilizing Community Resources
Beneficial in the startup phase of an organization, this publication includes a thorough discussion on tapping local resources, making your case to potential donors and ways to bring the community together to build consensus in creation of a mission statement and organizational structure.
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Creating a 501(c)(3) -- A Step-by-step Guide
This updated guide gives a straightforward, step-by-step approach to applying for nonprofit tax-exempt status. It will help community leadership determine whether applying for 501(c)(3) nonprofit status would be beneficial for the organization. Current sample application forms, along with specific suggestions on appropriate responses, are included.
The workbook has been divided into three sections to make the files smaller for downloading.
Part 1 - Cover and Index (3 MB PDF)
Part 2 - Overview & Bylaws (416KB PDF)
Part 3 - State and Federal Applications (18.5 MB PDF)
Local Community Foundation video
This videotape describes how a community might consider creating a local foundation as a way to develop its resources. It includes segments that explain what a community foundation is, how to create a foundation, and four examples of communities that have created community foundations and their experiences.
To order the video, please fill out and submit this form.
Resources Development Implementation
Once a community organization is in place, this publication can help an organization plan for short-term needs. It compares the various development tools for planning long-term sustainability.
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Capital Campaign Implementation: Are You Ready?
This publication focuses on the steps necessary to raise substantial capital for the ongoing support of the organization.
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For more information, please contact:
Mark Woodson, CEcD, CKAE
Manager of member services and economic development
Associated Electric Cooperative Inc.
2814 S. Golden, P.O. Box 754
Springfield, MO 65801
417-881-1204
mwoodson@aeci.org
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