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How Much Does It Cost to Start a Nonprofit in Florida?
Starting a nonprofit in Florida costs less than most people think. Here is every government fee, from incorporation to your first year.
Andrea Ortega
5 days ago2 min read


What Is a Fractional Development Director, and Does Your Nonprofit Need One?
You need fundraising leadership but cannot afford a full time hire. A fractional development director may be the answer.
Andrea Ortega
5 days ago2 min read


🎉 Announcing Our New Client: Americas Relief Network
We are beyond thrilled to officially welcome Americas Relief Network to the Palante Nonprofits family, and to celebrate a huge milestone together! We are proud to announce that Americas Relief Network has officially received its 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status! 🥂✨ Achieving tax exemption is a game-changer that opens doors to new grant opportunities, tax-deductible donor contributions, and sustainable long-term growth. At Palante, our core mission is to amplify the voices and ele
Celyn Olivera
5 days ago2 min read


Announcing Our New Client: Manigat Hope
We are thrilled to welcome Manigat Hope to the Palante Nonprofits family! Partnering with organizations that are deeply rooted in community transformation is at the heart of what we do. We couldn’t be more excited to support Manigat Hope in expanding their reach, deepening their impact, and securing the resources they need to thrive. Who They Are Manigat Hope is a dedicated organization committed to uplifting individuals, supporting personal growth, and fostering long-term st
Celyn Olivera
Oct 203 min read


How to Start a Nonprofit: 7 Steps from Idea to 501(c)(3)
Starting a nonprofit takes seven clear steps. Here is what each one involves, what it costs, and where founders usually get stuck.
Andrea Ortega
Oct 193 min read


Announcing Our New Client: Constellation Unity Foundation
The Palante Nonprofits team is overjoyed to welcome Constellation Unity Foundation into our partner community! Our mission has always been anchored in supporting organizations that construct vital safety nets for local communities. We are honored to help Constellation Unity Foundation amplify their impact, secure key grant opportunities, and build sustainable growth across Central Florida. Who They Are Constellation Unity Foundation acts as a lifeline for older adults, youth,
Celyn Olivera
Sep 23 min read


Standing With Colombia After the August 10 Earthquake
Our founder, Dr. Andrea Ortega, and her family are from Colombia, and most of them still live there. It is with great sadness that we write this post. But one of the best ways Palante can make a difference right now is through the work we do. What happened On Monday, August 10, at 7:34 AM local time, a 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia. It is the strongest earthquake the country has recorded in decades. The hardest hit cities include Cali, Pereira, Manizales, Q
Andrea Ortega
Aug 113 min read


Better Together for Venezuela
If you noticed we've been a little quiet lately, here's why. After the earthquakes hit Venezuela, we paused our usual posts and reached out directly to organizations doing relief work on the ground. Most of our clients are grassroots groups. Many run on volunteers. Many don't have steady funding. They do this work because they care, not because it's easy. When something like this happens, they need help fast, and that help often doesn't come with a budget attached. So we offe
Andrea Ortega
Jun 302 min read


El Poder de la Conexión
The Power of Connection. Escrito por: Dra. Andrea Ortega y Camila Giraldo Rosa Malagón, trabajadora social clínica licenciada, navegadora comunitaria en Hispanic Access Foundation, bailarina folklórica con México Danza Orlando y fundadora de Nuestra Cultura Outdoors, nos brindó perspectivas sobre cómo conectarnos dentro de una comunidad y con la naturaleza. Junto a la Dra. Andrea Ortega, abrieron un diálogo importante sobre cómo la salud mental, el cuidado comunitario, la cu
Andrea Ortega
Apr 163 min read


The Power of Connection
Written by: Dr. Andrea Ortega & Camila Giraldo Rosa Malagón, a licensed clinical social worker, community navigator at Hispanic Access Foundation, folkloric dancer with Mexico Danza Orlando, and founder of Nuestra Cultura Outdoors, gave us insight into connecting within a community and nature. Together with Dr. Andrea Ortega, they opened an important discourse on how mental health, community care, culture, and access to nature could and should intersect. Rosa’s Background a
Andrea Ortega
Apr 163 min read
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