Re: [openhealth] Re: [Hardhats] Announcing Liberty Medical Software Foundation and a petition in support of the current VistA as Utility act

Hi Bhaskar! Long time no chat! 501(c)3 would be a valid approach. When we incorporated www.ifossf.org, we went this route. You should also check the states that offer more conducive environments for nonprofit incorporation. The State of Michigan is a good option. An attorney is must and a

Re: [openhealth] Re: [Hardhats] Announcing Liberty Medical Software Foundation and a petition in support of the current VistA as Utility act

I'll second that. There are (at least) two types of non-profit organizations in the US: those incorporated under section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(6). Before you incorporate, do check which with an attorney as to which is best for your needs. There certainly is a need in the FOSS health space

Re: [openhealth] Re: [Hardhats] Announcing Liberty Medical Software Foundation and a petition in support of the current VistA as Utility act

Thanks, Fred. Your thinking makes sense. But I am a geek wannabe, not a lawyer. My advice is just to get good advice. Regards -- Bhaskar On 05/07/2009 11:07 AM, fred trotter wrote: One of the primary purposes of LibertyMSF will be to work on orphan projects like written documentation or