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The Trouble with Voting Members
Many nonprofits, especially older nonprofits, have voting members that retain the power to elect board members. For some groups – like golf clubs and trade associations
Why Start a Private Foundation?
With the popularity and ease of donor advised funds, why do some donors still choose to start a private foundation to conduct their charitable giving?
Providing Acknowledgements for Nonprofit Event Sponsorship
Nonprofit sponsorships are common but the correct way to provide acknowledgements for nonprofit event sponsorship is not well understood. Fundraising galas, breakfasts, golf tournaments, and
Non-Board Members on Board Committees
In the majority of nonprofit organizations, Board members are unpaid volunteers. They are often selected to serve because of their professional skills and prominence in
The Pros and Cons of Proxy Voting for Nonprofits
Proxy voting is rising in popularity due to the pandemic. Now more than ever, there are times when directors and/or members can’t attend a meeting
Reconsidering Robert’s Rules of Order
Many nonprofits mistakenly believe that they are required to use Robert’s Rules of Order to conduct meetings. They also commonly operate under the misnomer that
Nonprofit Cash Reserves
How much should nonprofits aim to hold in cash reserves? Because nonprofits exist to advance their mission, rather than to turn a profit, questions about
Protecting Nonprofit Volunteers from Liability
Statutes & Volunteer Protection Statutes Individuals volunteering for nonprofit organizations often wonder about the potential to be held personally liable if something goes wrong. Fortunately,
Top Reasons Your Nonprofit May Need an Employment Contract
As a new non-profit organization grows and begins to hire employees, nonprofit leaders often have “employment contracts” as a task to accomplish on their long
How to Start a Non-Profit Organization
