In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Legality varies from state-to-state in regards to establishing a nonprofit. The best way to answer any questions you have is to phone your secretary of state's office and ask them about legal issues.   In most states, you'll need to register the name of your nonprofit. Forms vary, but you can get information about the right form for you by talking to a representative at the Secretary of State's office. There may be some fees depending on where you live. Chose a name that's unique and reflects your mission statement.  When starting a nonprofit, there are many forms you must fill out at both a national and state level. These forms legally establish the fact your business raises funds for operating costs alone and may entitle you and your board members to certain tax exemptions down the road. Ask the representative where to get the proper forms and how to file them.  Ask about any existing regulations in your state. You want to make sure everything is squared away before beginning to fundraise, hire employees, and advertise your nonprofit. There are a variety of tax forms you need to fill out when establishing a nonprofit. These forms once again reiterate the fact your organization does not operate for profit. You must fill out forms at both the state and local level. To figure out what forms you need to fill out, call the IRS at 800-TAX FORM. You can also visit www.irs.gov. Bylaws are essentially your organization's operating manual. Established by your board of directors, bylaws establish legal, business, fundraising, and fund allocation proceedings for your nonprofit. Your nonprofit's bylaws must be in compliance with the state and federal government's regulations regarding nonprofit operation and management. Do some research to assure your company's bylaws are in accordance with the law.   Your local law library will likely have documents related to bylaw regulations for your state and on the national level. Ask a librarian for assistance if you need help location relevant legal books and documents.  It may be a good idea to hire a lawyer during this process. Bylaws can be confusing if you do not have experience reading legal documents. If you have someone on the board of directors with experience in law, ask this person if he or she would be willing to look over bylaw regulations for you. You need to establish transparent policies and standards for your organization and then share them with everyone involved. Keep in mind as your organization grows and changes, policies and standards will as well.   Policies and standards should outline expectations for members, staff, and volunteers of your organization. People work together more successfully when they understand shared goals and values.  Your policies are the types of services you provide, protocol for veterinary care, and individuals allowed to provide care to animals in your rescue. Standards include the expectations for how these policies will be carried out.  You should draft a 5 to 10 page document outlining your policies and standards. Share this with everyone involved in the organization so your goals are clear. This can minimize the misunderstandings that sometimes lead to tension in an organization. You will likely need space to operate your nonprofit. You'll need to select a suitable location and then figure out how to legally obtain said location for your organization.   The type of land you'll need depends on what kind of rescue you're building. If you're taking in mainly domestic animals, like dogs and cats, you'll need some kind of building. If you're focused on livestock, farm land is necessary. You'll need to consult real estate and legal experts here who can help point you to the right land and help you watch out for common mistakes and pitfalls when selection a location.  Look into local zoning laws. Zoning laws outline what land can be used for in a given area. If there are zoning laws that affect you're ability to operate a nonprofit in a given space, you may have to select a different property. However, you can also consult a lawyer to check for any legal loopholes.  If you're purchasing a building, keep in mind most buildings will need to be adapted for your use. Try to talk to a contractor to get an estimated legal cost of repairs and renovations you'll need for your purposes.  If you're hoping to help families and individuals adopt animals through your rescue, look for a building that's easily accessible to the general public. Consider things like parking, traffic, and what kinds of establishments surround your area.
Summary: Call your Secretary of State's office. Talk to the IRS. Research by laws. Define your organization's policies and standards. Look into zoning and building issues.

Problem: Article: Your flock may get territorial of their food and water dishes since they will feel more dominant in the run. Add at least 1 additional food and water station inside the pen when you plan on bringing in your new chickens. Keep the new stations away from the existing ones so your chickens don’t fight one another when you introduce them. After your chickens are familiarized with one another, try letting the new chickens into the run while the rest of the flock is inside the coop. Let the new birds explore the chicken run for 10-15 minutes so they can get accustomed to the new space. Keep watching the chickens to see how they interact with the space to make sure they’re comfortable in the new pen. It doesn’t matter if you raise your chickens in a pen or free-range. Always let the new chickens explore the area first so they get used to the space. After your new chickens have spent a little bit of time in the run, let the rest of the flock out of the chicken coop so your birds can intermingle with one another. Make sure to watch your birds the whole time to make sure they interact well with each other. Let the birds act naturally and don’t try to force them together since they could get aggressive. It’s normal for your chickens to get into small fights with one another since they need to establish a new pecking order to determine which bird is dominant. While it’s normal for your chickens to get into small fights with one another, they can get more aggressive if the fights escalate. If you notice any birds that are bleeding, take them out of the run so they don’t get any permanent injuries. Take the chickens that attack any other birds and keep them alone in separate pens so they don’t hurt one another again. Keep the birds in isolation for 1-2 days before reintroducing them. Distract the chickens with treats so you can break up any fights before they even happen. After your chickens are comfortable around one another, they may join the rest of the flock in the coop at night. If the new chickens follow the flock into the coop, let them stay there for the night so they can continue familiarizing themselves with one another. If the chickens return back to their own pen or crate, then allow them to get comfortable on their own.  It may take 4-5 times for your new chickens to feel comfortable with the rest of the flock. If the chickens return to their own crate, then you can transfer them into the coop at night so they wake up with the rest of the flock.
Summary:
Set up separate food and water stations for your new birds. Let your new chickens into the pen first. Release your existing flock to greet the new chickens. Isolate any birds that are bullying or attacking others. Let the new chickens join the flock in the coop.