The end of the year is THE BEST time of year for fundraising. And it’s a great time to get your Board involved in helping you raise money. But if you’re like most, your Board doesn’t do a whole lot…
One of the questions we are frequently asked when it comes to charitable solicitations or fundraising registration is the cost of non-compliance. What risk does an organization run if it fails to properly register in a state where it’s required?
The issue of a nonprofit operating in a foreign country is rather complex. It can involve multiple government agencies and be fraught with pitfalls that can only be avoided if you understand the rules. If you are like many of…
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We are continuing our multi-article series on the other nonprofits…and by other I mean those that are not charitable in nature. So far we’ve explored social welfare nonprofits and business leagues. Today’s post examines the third most common type of…
Many people are not aware there are nonprofits organized as a 501(c)(6), at least not enough to recognize them for what they are. The 501(c)(3) charitable nonprofit is so engrained in their consciousness, they don’t realize there are other categories. …
Scholarships are an excellent opportunity to make a positive impact and support the objectives and mission of your nonprofit. This is particularly true if your organization’s mission is primarily educational in nature. But the benefits aren’t exclusive to educational nonprofits…
Risk management should be among the top strategic initiatives of every nonprofit board of directors. Establishing effective policies and procedures will help, as will requiring separation of duties and limiting conflict of interest. But, what if your nonprofit owns real…
There are some universal truths when it comes to nonprofits that are not dependent on the size of the organization. This is especially true about money. While yes, the amount of revenue determine which Form 990 the nonprofit is required…
A nonprofit’s source of revenue can greatly affect its potential IRS classification of 501(c)(3) status. Often, an organization’s purpose determines any sub-classification. In this article, we’re going to take a look at what happens when it is revenue that determines…