501(c)(3) Formation Help

I am launching a nonprofit dedicated to low-income housing and community outreach and my first priority is to get the organization legally formed and recognized as a 501(c)(3). I already have the name secured, but I need a specialist who can walk me through every step of incorporation, secure the EIN, draft solid bylaws, complete the IRS Form 1023 (or 1023-EZ if we qualify), and submit the state and federal filings correctly the first time.

Alongside the paperwork, I would like your guidance in crafting a concise, compelling mission statement that captures our focus on affordable housing solutions and neighborhood programs. I know what we want to achieve; I simply need help translating that vision into the language regulators and future donors expect.

Deliverables I’m looking for:
• State (DE) articles of incorporation ready to file, plus filing instructions or submission confirmation
• Drafted bylaws that meet IRS charitable requirements
• EIN acquisition
• Completed Form 1023/1023-EZ with all schedules and attachments prepared for signature and submission
• A clear, polished mission statement (50–75 words) aligned with housing and outreach objectives
• A brief compliance roadmap outlining next steps once determination is received

Experience with nonprofit law, IRS correspondence, and affordable-housing initiatives will be highly valued. Let’s get this application right so we can move quickly into fundraising and program launch.