2020 – A Year In Review
COVID-19. In our hometown of Nashville, a devastating tornado. Injustice. Protests. Riots. A Presidential election...still unresolved. More COVID-19. Is it over yet?
6 Reasons Why the Year Isn’t Over Yet
No matter how much most of us want it to be, the year continues, and it isn't gone yet. Part of 2020 remains there on the plate waiting to be eaten. However, that's not necessarily all bad. It means that…
Should Your Nonprofit Outsource its Bookkeeping Needs?
Maintaining timely and accurate financial records is one of the most important responsibilities facing every nonprofit organization. But doing it right is time-consuming, and the rules are complicated.
The CARES Act Increases Donation Tax Deductibility
The CARES Act that Congress passed in response to the COVID-19 crisis is best known for its Payroll Protection Program SBA loans and other measures of cash relief. Getting less attention are the provisions that increase the tax-deductibility of donations…
The CARES Act May Help Your Nonprofit Retain Its Staff
On Friday, March 27, 2020, Congress approved the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act. This is the third phase of a sweeping relief package Congress has passed in its efforts to mitigate the economic impact of COVID-19.
COVID-19: Now Is The Time For Leadership
Today is St. Patrick's Day, 2020. Sadly, there won't be much revelry this year. No parades, no leprechauns, and no green beer. This morning as I write this post, I am at my desk with just 3 others of my…
Pros and Cons of Using Form 1023-EZ for Starting a Nonprofit
Nonprofits seeking federal tax-exemption under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code have for decades applied by filing Form 1023 with the IRS. In 2011, the National Taxpayer Advocate recommended that the IRS develop a simplified method, particularly for small nonprofits. The…
The Dangers of Nonprofit Inurement and Private Benefit
As a company, the Foundation Group team works with over 1,000 new, startup nonprofits each year. One of the biggest and most frequent challenges we face when working with clients is conflict-of-interest concerns. New 501(c)(3) organizations are particularly vulnerable to…
Nonprofit Structure: Public Charity, Private Foundation, or Private Operating Foundation?
Once you know the purpose of your nonprofit organization and have an understanding of your desired ownership and controls mechanism, it is time for you to choose the type of 501(c)(3) that best represents your organization’s planned operational structure. There…
Nonprofit Ownership & Control
For a visionary individual who wants to start a nonprofit, the concept of ownership can be a tricky one. You’re a founder on a mission, with big ideas to help solve problems in your communities, and you want to retain…