Clarify your mission. Explore your goals. Take your first steps.

Instructions: Grab a pen or open a notes app. Write down your answers. Don’t overthink, just let your ideas flow.

Step 1: Define Your Mission

• What problem in the world (or in your community) do you feel called to solve?

• Who do you want to help the most?

• What change do you hope to see because of your nonprofit?
  

Step 2: Picture Your Impact

• Imagine it’s 5 years from now — what has your nonprofit achieved?

• What difference has your work made in the lives of people?

• How will your community look or feel because of your nonprofit?
  

Step 3: Explore Your Goals

• List 3 short-term goals (next 6–12 months).

• List 3 long-term goals (3–5 years).

Step 4: Identify Your First Steps

• What is one simple step you could take this month to move closer to starting your nonprofit?

• Who could you talk to for advice, support, or encouragement?

• What resources (books, tools, people) could help you right now?

Step 5: Your “Why”

• Why does this matter to you personally?

• What drives you to keep going, even when it feels hard?