Four Major Cases Affecting Nonprofits
Whether one is a nonprofit or for profit organization, it is important to recognize key changes that are happening in your field. This month we highlight four important cases that can effect your nonprofit. Case #1: Transparent GMU v. George Mason University This case is important because it affects whether a nonprofit has to disclose […]
The Nonprofit Outlook: Staying Ahead of the Financial Curve
As a tax-exempt organization, your business goals are likely not profit-driven, but they are purpose-driven. That’s fantastic and truly why your organization is authentic with heart and impact! However, adopting a financially competitive mindset can lead to more and better services provided, which leads to more lives being changed. The following are key ways to […]
The “Netflix Model” for Donations
In the age of the internet, the world is at your fingertips. Business transactions can cross thousands of miles in a matter of seconds when using online platforms. For nonprofit organizations who take advantage of this connectivity, the opportunities for growth are endless. Seeking and Retaining Donors When seeking donors for your organization, retention and […]
5 Keys to Expanding Your Non-Profit Abroad
You began your organization with a mission. You provide services or aid to a target population. Whatever your charitable purpose, you are driven by a desire to see change. After establishing your organization, ensuring governmental compliance, building a network of sustainable donations, and seeing your work create change in your community, what’s next? Your organization […]
What is a Dual Representation Agreement with a Lawyer and When is it Used?
Deciding when to invest in an attorney is an important decision. Frequently, people hope to save money and have one attorney or agent represent the interests of both individuals on either side of a dispute. However, in order to do so the attorney must comply with strict disclosure rules for the state in which […]
7 Top Management Skills to Run a Successful Non-Profit
If you are contemplating starting a non-profit organization, there are certain skills needed by the principal management for running a non-profit organization. These skills are unique to non-profit organizations and are needed to operate as efficiently as possible. The following seven skills are extremely important. Fundraising and Grant Writing – An essential skill that is […]
Is Your Higher Education Institution Compliant with Federal Financial Regulations?
In the United States today, the majority of Americans use credit and debit cards and students are no different. Often times students receive their first card when they enter a college or university. These cards are school sponsored credit cards. The schools are required by law to comply with the consumer protection laws when offering […]
Maintaining Patient Rights under HIPPA After The New Gun Laws
The accidents caused by firearms continue to rise in the United States. This week, the federal government has decided to take action to reduce the number of firearms obtained by ineligible individuals. The people who fall into this category of “ineligible” include convicted felons, perpetrators of domestic violence, as well as individuals who suffer from […]
Middle Eastern Governments Are Beginning to Close Their Doors to Foreign Scholars
Middle Eastern countries are rich in history, culture, food, and language. The region is dynamic and deep in learned texts, insights, and more. However, outsider access to this region is becoming more limited as many Middle Eastern countries are reluctant to receive foreign criticisms of their economic policies, human rights records, or political unrest. This […]
Understanding Your Non-Profit
Businesspeople Holding Up a Globe — Image by © 2/Ryan McVay/Ocean/Corbis Many people have heard of tax exempt organizations, yet not everyone is clear on what the term means. A tax exempt organization is one that is exempt from paying federal income tax. There are 29 types of nonprofit organizations that the Internal Revenue Service […]
