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Classify Your Nonprofit’s Workers Correctly — or Risk Repercussions

May 25, 2022 by ERNST WINTTER & ASSOCIATES LLP

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

When Nonprofits Should Return Donations

April 27, 2022 by ERNST WINTTER & ASSOCIATES LLP

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

A Credit Card Use Policy Can Help Prevent Abuse

March 24, 2022 by Ernst Wintter & Associates LLP

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

Should Your Established Nonprofit Sponsor a Smaller Project?

February 24, 2022 by ERNST WINTTER & ASSOCIATES LLP

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

Why Excess Benefit Transactions Are Out-of-Bounds

January 27, 2022 by Ernst Wintter & Associates LLP

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

Nonprofits Shouldn’t Venture Abroad Without a Map

December 16, 2021 by Ernst Wintter & Associates LLP

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

California Nonprofits Must Prioritize Common Interests in Their Associations

November 16, 2021 by Ernst Wintter & Associates LLP

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

Your California Nonprofit Can Benefit From AI Technology

October 13, 2021 by Ernst Wintter & Associates LLP

Artificial Intelligence isn’t only about computers performing complex tasks without human input. The AI umbrella covers multiple technologies, including machine learning, natural language processing, and robotic process automation. These tools—and others like them—help all sorts of organizations, … Read More

How an Accountable Plan Benefits Your California Nonprofit and Staffers

October 4, 2021 by Ernst Wintter & Associates LLP

Providers of California nonprofit audit and tax services recommend you reimburse employees and staffers for work-related expenses. Accountable plans are one such tool you can use to reimburse expenses free of federal income and employment taxes.  Accountable plan payments also aren’t subject to … Read More

Transitioning Your California Nonprofit Fundraising from Ad Hoc to Ongoing

September 1, 2021 by ERNST WINTTER & ASSOCIATES LLP

When your California nonprofit started up, your fundraising likely started as an ad hoc process, with intense campaigns followed by slow periods. As your nonprofit grows its operations and adds staff, support and volunteers, you’ll feel an increasing need to make your fundraising ongoing. However, … Read More

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