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Nonprofit Law Blog

Covers legal issues affecting nonprofit and tax-exempt organizations. By Gene Takagi and Erin Bradrick.

http://www.nonprofitlawblog.com/

Sep 22
Nonprofit Tweets of the Week – 9/22/17

Nonprofit Tweets of the Week – 9/22/17

Catch up with the week’s notable events and shared resources with Nonprofit Tweets of the Week. Notable Events of the Week: World leaders gathered at the United Nations General Assembly, where the focus was on nuclear weapons and where…
Sep 21
Starting a Nonprofit: Voting Membership Structure

Starting a Nonprofit: Voting Membership Structure

The term “member” is a term of art defined in California Nonprofit Corporation Law (the “Law”). Generally, a member under the Law (sometimes referred to as a “statutory member” or “voting…
Sep 15
Nonprofit Tweets of the Week – 9/15/17

Nonprofit Tweets of the Week – 9/15/17

Catch up with the week’s notable events and shared resources with Nonprofit Tweets of the Week. And catch a repeat broadcast of my discussion with Tony Martignetti on Nonprofit Radio of the board’s role in program oversight.…

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Rubric Legal LLC Blog

Focused on nonprofit and tax-exempt organizations, with an emphasis on federal tax and Minnesota nonprofit legal issues.

http://rubriclegal.com/blog/

Sep 20
New LLC Act

New LLC Act

For owners of Minnesota LLCs that were formed prior to August 1, 2015 and have not yet checked in regarding whether law changes could impact their LLC beginning January 1st... The post New LLC Act appeared first on Rubric Legal.
Sep 6
Johnson Amendment

Johnson Amendment

Since 1954, the so-called “Johnson Amendment,” a portion of the provision in the Internal Revenue Code that lays out the basic requirements for Section 501(c)(3) organizations, has prohibited charities from... The post Johnson…
Aug 4
Pharma-funded Charities and Private Benefit

Pharma-funded Charities and Private Benefit

Too close for comfort? Many patient assistance charities provide funding for patients to purchase treatments from the same pharmaceutical companies that provide the majority of funding for these charities.... The post Pharma-funded…

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california nonprofit law blog

Covers the laws impacting California nonprofit organizations, including charities, industry associations, cooperatives, foundations, and state and local government entities. By Jill S. England.

http://canonprofitlaw.blogspot.com/

Mar 4
Go slow with bingo

Go slow with bingo

Certain tax-exempt organizations are authorized by state law and local ordinance to raise money from bingo, provided that the following criteria are met: 1) the proceeds must be used only for charitable purposes; 2) the games must be…
Mar 4
Charity Poker Night

Charity Poker Night

NEW LAW FOR CHARITY“POKER NIGHT” FUNDRAISERS
Mar 4
AG registration change

AG registration change

NEW REQUIREMENTS FOR INITIAL AG REGISTRATION

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Law for Real People

Provides information for consumers, elders, and nonprofit directors or staff. By John Gear.

http://www.johngearlaw.com/law-for-real-people-blog.html

Sep 21
Ways to Spot the Flood Cars They Will Try to Palm Off on You

Ways to Spot the Flood Cars They Will Try to Palm Off on You

A master mechanic told me that any inspection should now include putting a probe inside the door. Apparently that will show water damage. (Illinois Consumer Attorney Dan Daneen)And consumer attorney extraordinaire Joanne Faulkner of New…
Sep 21
The Story of an Oregon Consumer Who Won a Battle Over a Flood-Damaged Car - most popular story on MoneyGeek.com (19-21 Sept.)

The Story of an Oregon Consumer Who Won a Battle Over a Flood-Damaged Car - most popular story on MoneyGeek.com (19-21 Sept.)

‘Flood Cars’ Sneaking Onto the Market After HurricanesAndrew Shawcroft was pleased with the new car he bought from an Oregon dealership in 2015: a 2004 Nissan Murano that he paid for with $12,000 in cash. What the 27-year-old high…
Sep 20
What to do about the Equifax Hack that Puts You at High Risk of ID Theft

What to do about the Equifax Hack that Puts You at High Risk of ID Theft

Where can you find unbiased, objective advice about ways to minimize the damage and risk from Equifax's outrageous computer security negligence and its lengthy cover-up afterwards?Equifax's gross misconduct means that nearly every adult with…

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Lancaster Law Blog

Covers business law, employment law, estate planning, family law, and nonprofit law information for Lancaster County and Pennsylvania residents. From Russell, Krafft & Gruber.

http://www.lancasterlawblog.com/

Sep 18
Lukewarm Is No Good – Turning Your Hobby into a Busine

Lukewarm Is No Good – Turning Your Hobby into a Busine

In celebration of Roald Dahl Day last Wednesday, someone posted the above quote from the multi-talented British novelist (and short story writer, poet, screenwriter, and fighter pilot) on r/GetMotivated on Reddit. This quote describes…
Sep 15
Marketers and Influencers: How Should You Make Disclosures Online?

Marketers and Influencers: How Should You Make Disclosures Online?

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently issued an updated version of its Endorsement Guides, which includes important information about the FTC’s current thoughts on when and how material connections between brands and endorsers…
Sep 14
Marketers and Influencers: When Should You Make Disclosures Online?

Marketers and Influencers: When Should You Make Disclosures Online?

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently issued an updated version of its Endorsement Guides, which includes important information about the FTC’s current thoughts on when and how material connections between brands and endorsers…

Rank this Week: 4544

Global Philanthropy

Covers legal and ethical issues for Canadian charities. By Mark Blumberg.

http://www.globalphilanthropy.ca/blog/

Sep 15
CRA increasingly focused on and auditing internal controls of registered charitie

CRA increasingly focused on and auditing internal controls of registered charitie
Sep 15
CRA letter on transfers of property by a corporation to its sole shareholder

CRA letter on transfers of property by a corporation to its sole shareholder
Sep 1
CRA’s views on gifts of life insurance policies to qualified donee

CRA’s views on gifts of life insurance policies to qualified donee

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Charities and Giving

Provides information on charities and charitable contributions in Canada. From the Canada Revenue Agency.

http://www.cra-arc.gc.ca/tx/chrts/whtsnw/menu-eng.html?rss

Aug 9
Canada Revenue Agency RSS feeds have moved

Canada Revenue Agency RSS feeds have moved

This Canada Revenue Agency RSS feed will no longer be updated and has been moved to Canada.ca. You can subscribe to the new RSS feeds at new address https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/e-services/feeds.html.
Feb 11
New webpage: Cause-related marketing

New webpage: Cause-related marketing

New webpage: Cause-related marketing
Feb 8
Thinking of becoming a registered charity? Make sure your application is complete by creating a personal checklist of all the documents you need.

Thinking of becoming a registered charity? Make sure your application is complete by creating a personal checklist of all the documents you need.

Thinking of becoming a registered charity? Make sure your application is complete by creating a personal checklist of all the documents you need.

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Covers the representation of nonprofit, tax-exempt organizations, including public charities, private foundations (company-sponsored and family-endowed), social welfare organizations, trade associations, hospitals, private schools, colleges and universities and charitable trusts. By Anthony & Middlebrook.

http://www.amlawteam.com/blog/

Jun 26
Churches now eligible for some public funds says Supreme Court

Churches now eligible for some public funds says Supreme Court

On Monday, June 26, 2017, the Supreme Court ruled in the Trinity Luther Church of Columbia, Inc, v. Missouri Department of Natural Resources case that religious organizations should be eligible to receive public funds for purely secular…
Jun 30
U.S. Supreme Court Delivers Hobby Lobby Opinion

U.S. Supreme Court Delivers Hobby Lobby Opinion

In a much anticipated ruling, the U.S. Supreme Court delivered an opinion today on the Hobby Lobby case with Justice Alito writing the opinion. The Affordable Care Act, also known as Obamacare, was at the center of the dispute;…
Dec 11
Satanists seek spot next to Ten Commandments monument on steps of Oklahoma’s Statehouse

Satanists seek spot next to Ten Commandments monument on steps of Oklahoma’s Statehouse

In their zeal to tout their faith in the public square, conservatives in Oklahoma may have unwittingly opened the door to a wide range of religious groups, including satanists who are seeking to put their own statue next to a Ten Commandments…

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CharityLawyer

Covers non-profits, tax-exempt organizations and social enterprises. By Ellis M. Carter.

http://charitylawyerblog.com

Jun 20
The Combined Federal Campaign – A Valuable Fundraising Tool for Eligible Charitie

The Combined Federal Campaign – A Valuable Fundraising Tool for Eligible Charitie

To be eligible for the CFC, national and international charities must provide services, benefits, assistance, or conduct program activities in 15 or more different states or one or more foreign countries over the immediately preceding 3…
May 24
Winos Rejoice! Arizona’s New Liquor Laws for Charitie

Winos Rejoice! Arizona’s New Liquor Laws for Charitie

Charitable organizations in Arizona may serve and auction alcohol at fundraising events provided that they obtain the necessary special event licenses. Additionally, civic organizations, religious organizations, and fraternal organizations in…
May 24
Arizona Nonprofits Serving Alcohol

Arizona Nonprofits Serving Alcohol

Charitable organizations in Arizona may serve and auction alcohol at fundraising events provided that they obtain the necessary special event licenses. Additionally, civic organizations, religious organizations, and fraternal organizations in…

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Exempt Organizations Blog

Ccovers legal issues regarding tax exempt and nonprofit organizations. By Runquist & Associates.

http://exemptorgs.blogspot.com/

Jun 12
Article Published May 31, 2017 in…

Article Published May 31, 2017 in ChurchLaw&Tax [available for reading without a subscription only for the next week]: What Pastors Need to Know About Mental Health, Ministry, and Liability How both legal experts and ministry…
Jan 25
Super Lawyers Magazine 2016

Super Lawyers Magazine 2016

Super Lawyers Magazine released their Annual List of Top Attorneys in Southern California.
Jun 4
Two Recent Tax Court Rulings on Charitable Contribution Deductions That Charities Should Be Aware Of

Two Recent Tax Court Rulings on Charitable Contribution Deductions That Charities Should Be Aware Of

Two recent Tax Court cases were decided last month in which the court upheld the IRS's denial of significant charitable contribution deductions. In both of these cases, there was no dispute that the taxpayers made the contributions, or that…

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Lawscape

Thoughts, commentary, reading resources and news on the legal needs of Georgians in small towns and rural areas.

http://lawscape.wordpress.com/

Jan 4
Georgia’s “Incubator” Up for an Award- Vote for Us!

Georgia’s “Incubator” Up for an Award- Vote for Us!

Lawyers for Equal Justice is a nominee for the 2017 Louis M. Brown Award and is also in the running for Brown Select (which will be presented to the Brown Award nominee that gets the most votes from the general … Continue reading…
Mar 31
Read about Georgia’s new law student practice rule- and access to justice approach

Read about Georgia’s new law student practice rule- and access to justice approach

Professor Clark Cunningham, Professor and W. Lee Burge Chair of Law and Ethics at the Georgia State University College of Law, outlines in the current edition of the Georgia Bar Journal the new law student practice rule…
Mar 31
The Standing Committee on Pro Bono and Public Service Year-in-Review

The Standing Committee on Pro Bono and Public Service Year-in-Review

Originally posted on ABA Center for Pro Bono Exchange: Mary Ryan, Chair, ABA Standing Committee on Pro Bono & Public Service When I began my term as chair of the ABA’s Standing Committee on Pro Bono and Public Service in…

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Nonprofit Law and Consultation

Covers tax news and issues affecting nonprofits. By Amy Hereford.

http://ahereford.blogspot.com/

Jul 6
Blog has Moved

Blog has Moved

In future you may access this blog at:http://www.ahereford.org/subscription And on the future of religious life:http://mysticsandprophets.blogspot.com
Aug 1
Mystics & Prophets: Leadership Collaborative 2.0

Mystics & Prophets: Leadership Collaborative 2.0

Mystics & Prophets: Leadership Collaborative 2.0: We held our regular quarterly call for Sisters2.0 and as usual, it was a great call and great experience. We do these quarterly calls a...
Jul 7
Privacy in Religious Life

Privacy in Religious Life

Privacy in Religious Life Published on Jul 1, 2015 Privacy is an important notion in modern society and in modern law. It may come as a surprise to learn that the right to privacy, enshrined in canon law, in modern human rights…

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The Philanthropist

Covers accounting, tax, financial issues, investments, boards of directors, governance, and laws concerning charities in Canada.

http://www.thephilanthropist.ca/index.php/phil

Jan 14
Moving Forward: Challenges Faced by Child- and Youth-Serving Agencies in Canada

Moving Forward: Challenges Faced by Child- and Youth-Serving Agencies in Canada

Twenty-two key informant interviews1 were conducted during the “Taking Stock” project, with a view to gaining a wide and diverse perspective about what was happening in the child- and youth-serving sector in Canada. As with the…
Dec 9
Taking Stock: How Canadian Child and Youth Agencies Are Responding to Economic Challenge

Taking Stock: How Canadian Child and Youth Agencies Are Responding to Economic Challenge

Canada was one of the last countries to experience the world economic crisis of 2008-2009 and one of the most stable economies emerging from it. However, the nonprofit sector, like the private and public sectors, was not immune to the rapid…
Dec 9
How We Lead: Canada in A Century of Change; Gambatte: Generations of Perseverance and Politics, A Memoir

How We Lead: Canada in A Century of Change; Gambatte: Generations of Perseverance and Politics, A Memoir

How We Lead: Canada in a Century of Change (by Joe Clark) is a "political" book, arguing for a different approach on the part of the government of Canada to the development of public policy.Gambatte: Generations of Perserverance and Politics,…

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Nolo’s Fundraising Tips for Busy…

Nolo’s Fundraising Tips for Busy Nonprofits

By Ilona Bray.

http://blog.nolo.com/fundraising/

Dec 4
Backing Up Your Case for Support With Statistics; or Not

Backing Up Your Case for Support With Statistics; or Not

As Jerold Panas brilliantly explains in this excerpt from Making a Case Your Donors Will Love, statistics should be used only sparingly when making a case that your organization needs support due to an identifiable community…
Nov 11
Getting Your Nonprofit Ready for Giving Tuesday

Getting Your Nonprofit Ready for Giving Tuesday

It used to be that nonprofits’ biggest concern at this time of year was roping in those last tax-deduction-seeking donors before December 31st. But this year, December 2nd also requires a big red circle on one’s calendar, as…
Oct 31
Season of Sugar Begins: Can We Reduce It When Fundraising?

Season of Sugar Begins: Can We Reduce It When Fundraising?

No, I’m not going to become the Halloween equivalent of a Scrooge and give out toothbrushes or apples on Halloween — there will be candy at my door. Nevertheless, if I can put on my Berkeley hippie hat for a moment, now seems…

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Church Law Group Blog

Focuses on all aspects of law related to churches, ministries and ministry-related nonprofit organizations. By Anthony & Middlebrook, P.C.

http://churchlawgroup.com/blog/

Oct 29
Avoiding Defamation

Avoiding Defamation
Oct 10
A Win for Religious Liberty: School Reverses Ban on Christian Club

A Win for Religious Liberty: School Reverses Ban on Christian Club

A New York high school reversed its decision to ban Christian students from forming a club under the threat of a federal discrimination lawsuit. Administrators at Ward Melville High School in Long Island said they will grant Students United…
Sep 10
Counseling Boundarie

Counseling Boundarie

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Lawyers to the Rescue Blog

Covers community service and philanthropy. By Lawyers to the Rescue.

http://www.lawyerstotherescueblog.com/

Aug 25
Infertility and Depression Don't Have to Go Hand in Hand by Jeffrey A. Kasky, Esq.

Infertility and Depression Don't Have to Go Hand in Hand by Jeffrey A. Kasky, Esq.

Infertility and Depression Don't Have to Go Hand in Hand There is no doubt that a diagnosis of infertility can lead to extreme stress and depression. In certain ways it is a vicious circle, because depression can lead to infertility, thus…
Aug 25
Infertility and Depression Don’t Have to Go Hand in Hand

Infertility and Depression Don’t Have to Go Hand in Hand

Infertility and Depression Don’t Have to Go Hand in Hand There is no doubt that a diagnosis of infertility can lead to extreme stress and depression. In certain ways it is a vicious circle, because depression can lead to infertility,…
Aug 25
Infertility and Depression Don’t Have to Go Hand in Hand

Infertility and Depression Don’t Have to Go Hand in Hand

Infertility and Depression Don’t Have to Go Hand in Hand There is no doubt that a diagnosis of infertility can lead to extreme stress and depression. In certain ways it is a vicious circle, because depression can lead to infertility,…

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Pennsylvania Nonprofit Law Blog

Covers nonprofit legal news. By Elliott & Davis, PC.

http://pennsylvanianonprofitlawyers.wordpress.com

Apr 25
Learning Opportunity – This Friday

Learning Opportunity – This Friday

Anyone who’s going to be in the Western PA area this Friday, April 27, should seriously consider attending Grant Writing 201: Winning Grants in Southwestern PA with Eric Davis, Owner Procopio Fundraising and Managing Partner, Elliott &…
Apr 25
Learning Opportunity – This Friday

Learning Opportunity – This Friday

Anyone who’s going to be in the Western PA area this Friday, April 27, should seriously consider attending Grant Writing 201: Winning Grants in Southwestern PA with Eric Davis, Owner Procopio Fundraising and Managing Partner,…
Apr 5
Kony 2012 and Charitable Giving as Part of an Estate Plan

Kony 2012 and Charitable Giving as Part of an Estate Plan

Kony 2012 is the flavour du jour. We all know its basic premise: to make Joseph Kony, the corrupt leader of the Lord’s Resistance Army rebel group once present in Uganda, famous. If Kony becomes enough of a talking point, especially in…

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Arocho Law Office's Nonprofit Blog

Covers news, events and ideas involving non-profit and tax-exempt organizations. By Antonio "Tony" Arocho.

http://lawyerfornonprofits.blogspot.com/

Dec 11
Year-End Happy Hour for Nonprofit Leaders-Dec. 15th

Year-End Happy Hour for Nonprofit Leaders-Dec. 15th

You are cordially invited to attend the premier year-end Happy Hour and Networking event for Nonprofit Leaders on Wednesday,December 15th from 5:30pm to 7:30pm at Mio Restaurant, 1110 Vermont Avenue, NW (Vermont & L Street/near McPherson…
Oct 21
CDFI Funding Opportunity!

CDFI Funding Opportunity!

The U.S. Department of the Treasury just recently released a Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) for the FY 2011 Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFI) Fund. The CDFI Fund is intended to expand the capacity of financial …
Oct 14
Facebook Page & Twitter Posts for the week of October 3rd

Facebook Page & Twitter Posts for the week of October 3rd

This is a summary of posts for the week of October 3rd to Twitter and the

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Nonprofit Law Podcast

Hghlights legal issues facing nonprofits. Hosted by Tim Mooney.

http://nplawcast.blogspot.com/

Oct 12
Nonprofit Law Podcast #45: Election Season

Nonprofit Law Podcast #45: Election Season

Election Season
Sep 21
Nonprofit Law Podcast #44: Streamlining

Nonprofit Law Podcast #44: Streamlining

Streamlining
Aug 24
Nonprofit Law Podcast #43: The Best IRS Publication Revamped

Nonprofit Law Podcast #43: The Best IRS Publication Revamped

The Best IRS Publication Revamped

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