Hi there, this post about starting non-profits references this site on business plans related to non-profits which you may find useful. The blog also provides resources to find funding for your non-profit. Good luck!

To your first question, there are quite a few sites that offer business plan templates. I'd take a look at those. Regarding plans to get a building donated to a non-profit in Michigan, I have no idea. That said, if you're looking in Detroit, I would say you'd have a chance. The city is in such bad economic shape, you might be able to find a foreclosed building that you could operate in rent free in exchange for maintaining the property.     This comment was edited to remove a link. Please review our Community Best Practices for more information about how best to participate in our online discussions. Thank you.

Are there any programs to get a building donated to a non-profit organization
in Michigan?