In my experiences with other non-profit endeavors, the work (setup and
ongoing) in incorporation is far greater than the work of creating and
managing a relationship with a fiscal agent. If this wasn't at least
_generally_ true, fiscal sponsorship wouldn't even exist, this is precisely
the reason why it does.

Jonathan

On Sat, Sep 30, 2017 at 10:55 AM, Eric Lease Morgan <[log in to unmask]> wrote:

> For what it is worth, I will vote for us to incorporate in lieu of us
> doing nothing or partnering with a fiscal agent. I have nothing against any
> of the fiscal agents. They are all good groups of people with more things
> in common than differences. I just think that if we incorporate, then we
> will have a wider set of options made available to us. The act of
> incorporating will be empowering. I believe incorporating is in the DIY
> spirit of our community. I believe incorporating is in the best interest of
> Code4Lib. We have all of the necessary resources: cash, experience, and
> vision. All we need to do is the work, which will be almost equal to the
> work involved in creating and managing a relationship with a fiscal agent.
> I think we can make it happen. —Eric Lease Morgan
>