Working at a nonprofit organization is a highly energetic experience. Organizing fundraisers, recruiting volunteers, and interacting with donors make the commitment to a cause worthwhile. However, there is one obligation that can be viewed as an unpleasant task. We are talking about writing and … Read More
The COVID-19 pandemic taught the leaders of nonprofit organizations many lessons starting in March of 2020. Perhaps the most important lesson concerned how to keep your nonprofit financially afloat during a pandemic that creates an economic crisis. More than two years removed from the start of the … Read More
Donors with charitable hearts do not donate to their favorite causes just to take advantage of tax breaks. It is the financial health of the charity that matters, as well as the mission the charity wants to accomplish. However, charitable donors should understand the tax implications of their … Read More
Because of an acute labor shortage and budget deficits related to the pandemic, many nonprofits have operated without a sufficient number of workers during 2022. The nonprofits that struggled with hiring workers began recruiting independent contractors to fulfill employment needs for short-term or … Read More
Requests to return donations do not happen often, but every once in a while, your nonprofit might receive a request to return either a cash donation or the donation of an asset. How do you respond to such a request? Does the law require you to comply with a request to return a donation? What if an … Read More
Savvy non-profit executives delegate responsibilities to allow them to focus on more important leadership issues. Should the delegation of responsibilities include allowing certain employees to make purchases by using a credit card owned by the nonprofit? The answer is yes, if your nonprofit has … Read More
Before the COVID-19 outbreak, nonprofits of all sizes had plenty of flexibility when it came to choosing which causes and charities to sponsor. However, the beginning of the pandemic forced many nonprofits to ramp up operations quickly under the mandates enacted because of the “new normal.” For … Read More
As a long-time dedicated board member of her city’s most recognized social-services charity, Emily violated an IRS rule that prohibits excess benefit transactions. The social-services charity wanted to purchase land from Emily at a price that was valued higher than nearby properties. Although Emily … Read More
After conducting a California nonprofit audit, you learn your organization is in a strong financial position to consider broadening its reach internationally. Charitable organizations help nations improve society, from housing the homeless to finding new ways to use sustainable products. Although … Read More
If your nonprofit is a 501(c)(6) organization, your associations could threaten your tax-exempt status if they aren’t prioritizing common interests of the organization. California nonprofit audit and tax service providers urge you to ensure compliance with IRS rules by routinely reviewing your … Read More