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…
Recent changes in beneficial ownership information (BOI) reporting requirements have significant implications for all business types, including nonprofits. The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), enacted as part of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021, mandates new federal reporting…
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…
The decision to dissolve a nonprofit organization is often a challenging and emotional process for all involved. There could be any number of reasons why the decision is made: financial difficulties, fulfillment of mission, lack of participation, or even a…
The IRS has all sorts of rules about what your nonprofit can and can’t do and still maintain 501(c)(3), tax-exempt status. In this article, we’re focusing on the rules concerning the who. Specifically, who can and can’t fulfill certain roles…
One of the most important ways your Board can support your nonprofit is by making a personal, financial contribution to your nonprofit.
Sometimes, those operating a charitable activity do not wish to fully formalize what they’re doing into an actual 501(c)(3) nonprofit entity. The reasons for this vary, but often the services of a fiscal sponsor is needed. Properly setup, fiscal sponsorships…
Founder’s syndrome. It affects nonprofits and for-profits alike. And it can be crippling to any organization, regardless of the form it takes. Understanding what it is and how to avoid it, or fix it, is crucial to the future of…
Risk is relative. For some people, jumping out of an airplane is a typical weekend adventure. For others, driving 5 miles per hour over the speed limit makes your pulse quicken and beads of sweat break out on your forehead. …
Being a member of a nonprofit’s Board of Directors comes with a lot of responsibilities. You are part of the organization’s governing body. You are expected to provide guidance and oversight, as well as strategic planning. You have a monetary…