When it comes to staying compliant with state regulations governing fundraising, it’s pretty safe to say you want to do things the right way. And, if you are fundraising in multiple states, you will want to comply with the registration…
This article was provided by Double the Donation. Starting a new charitable organization is an incredibly exciting journey, but it’s also highly overwhelming for forward-thinking leaders. Founders must navigate complex legal rules, strict government regulations, and operational setups before they…
So, you’re planning on starting a new nonprofit sometime soon. Maybe you’ve heard something about incorporating, but you don’t fully understand what that means. Or, someone told you to form an LLC instead. There’s a lot of misinformation and misunderstanding…
This article was provided by Brightmont Academy. Fundraising has always been about bringing people together around a shared purpose. However, with the growing popularity of fully online events, many organizations are wondering how digital engagement fits into their long-term fundraising…
One of the assumptions that we run into a lot in the course of our work is the idea that, for tax purposes, churches and ministries are essentially the same category of nonprofit. Turns out, that’s not exactly how it…
The concept of who owns a nonprofit organization can be hard for some to grasp, especially given that the answer is, “No one!” We encounter this confusion with new clients on a fairly regular basis. And, given people’s understanding of how basic…
Foundation Group works with thousands of nonprofits each year, so we get the opportunity to deal with many complex issues. Few are as complicated and confusing as copyright and royalty questions. The goal of this post is to give you…
There are 156 million unchurched people in the U.S., and nearly half of that population is open to being invited to church. If you’re interested in reaching these people by starting a church, you must plan the logistics of your…
This article was provided by Bloomerang. Acquiring new supporters requires a significant investment of time and resources from your nonprofit’s team, which eventually pays off as your donor base grows. However, if your organization has poor donor retention, any gains…
There are few topics that generate more confusion to nonprofit managers than unrelated business income (UBI). It is also one of the areas than can cause the most problems for your organization. It can cost you money in the form…