You will need to create an account with Twilio to get started Visit Twilio
Select the "Start for free" button. (It's free to create your account, and you will be issued a number, there will be charges for using the Twilio platform)
From there you will need to fill out the information to create your account with Twilio.
Verify your phone number and email to complete the first part.
(Please select the options below.)
"What do you plan to build" choose : alerts & notifications
"What twilio products are you here to use" choose : sms
"Which best describes you/your organization" choose : nonprofit
"Which best describes how you will use twilio" choose : other
"How do you want to build with twilio" choose : with no code at all
"What is your goal today" choose : something else
Your account has been created. Navigate to the dashboard
Your acountsid, authtoken, are now available. If you don't see your phone number, there should be a button that prompts you to get your number, you will need to do that before you can start the toll-free verification.
You will need to wait for approval before you are able to send a text message.