It would really help, G.Puzzled, if you told us where youe are located. It's quite possible that there's a Mudcatter in your state who's done what you're trying, or knows someone who has.

Forming a non-profit corporation in NH means filling out a fairly simple form (we did have an attorney help) five signators and a check for $25.00. In our case the form was recieved on a Friday and registered on Monday. It might be that easy where you are.