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<p>This article identifies&nbsp;suggested steps for creating an MOU, including who should be involved during certain steps.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Colorado Nonprofit Association suggests that your organization consult an attorney to help draft or review your MOU. Visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coloradononprofits.org/knowledge/nonprofit-consultant-directory">Nonprofit Consultant Directory</a>&nbsp;or check if your organization qualifies for&nbsp;<a href="https://coloradononprofits.org/node/300"><em>pro bono</em>&nbsp;legal assistance</a>.&nbsp;</p>



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<ul><li><a href="https://www.coloradononprofits.org/knowledge-center/member-resource-directory/what-include-mou">What to Include in an MOU</a>&nbsp;&#8211; Topics and elements your collaboration may consider including.</li><li><a href="https://www.coloradononprofits.org/knowledge-center/member-resource-directory/worksheet-mou-inventory">Worksheet: MOU Inventory</a>&nbsp;&#8211;&nbsp;Use this worksheet to&nbsp;help determine which topics and elements should be included in your MOU. &nbsp;</li></ul>



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The Process: Creating (Or Revising) the MOU