You’re ready to launch your new nonprofit. You have a mission, funding, and a plan—all you need are employees to get the job done. But as many nonprofits know, simply telling employees to fulfill your mission and giving them the…
What are your goals as a church leader? Are you passionate about ministering to others? Perhaps you want to offer hope to an entire community. Like any organization, churches need a clear vision of their purpose and the tools to…
After incorporating in your state and setting up your nonprofit’s 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, the biggest regulatory concern that you’ll have is maintaining ongoing compliance with the law. The regulatory filings required for both state and federal entities are…
Some days, there are pieces of mail you really wish you didn’t receive. Bills, late notices, warranty expirations, or recalls on your car are all examples of items we’d rather not get. But one piece of mail you really don’t…
It’s no secret that artificial intelligence (AI) has permeated many areas of personal and professional life today, including nonprofit work. From analyzing donor data more deeply to creating tailored marketing content to streamlining financial recordkeeping, there are countless opportunities for…
Wouldn’t it be nice if every time we start to do something stupid, someone would be there to intervene before we did it? But what if I told you that, right now, you are possibly doing five things to undermine…
When it comes to nonprofit compliance, one of most challenging issues is navigating the regulations surrounding multi-state charitable solicitations. The rules and regulations from state to state are not only complex but constantly evolving. As nonprofits expand their fundraising efforts…
If you’re trying to start a nonprofit, chances are you’ve come across terms like “5013c,” “501c,” “501 c 3,” and “501(c)(3)”—maybe even used them interchangeably. But while they might sound similar, only one of them is actually correct. Spoiler alert:…
Transparency is about more than complying with laws. It’s about empowerment. When nonprofits are open about their operations, they garner more than public trust. They gain stronger partnerships, sustainable fundraising, and a more engaged community. From fundraising to hiring, many…
If you’re well-versed in the basics of 501(c)(3) organizations, you know that 501(c)(3) status requires an organization to have an IRS-determined charitable purpose. One category of qualifying charitable purposes that these organizations can hold is religious. But there is a…