Nonprofits live and die by their boards. A strong, engaged board of directors is not just good practice—it’s a legal requirement. State law requires every
One of the most common questions new board members ask is: “Who exactly is in charge of the CEO?” The answer surprises many people. Unlike a business,
Buried in the USA PATRIOT Act of 2001 is a provision most nonprofits have never heard of: Internal Revenue Code § 501(p). It doesn’t deal
The White House’s memorandum, known as NSPM-7, directs the Department of Justice (DOJ), the FBI, and the IRS to coordinate investigations into individuals and organizations
When you apply for recognition of tax-exempt status, you’ll be asked about your nonprofit’s purpose and activities. Behind the scenes, the IRS assigns your organization
Payroll taxes are not optional. Yet many nonprofits, especially small or cash-strapped ones, fall behind. When that happens, the IRS has powerful tools to collect
Senator Tom Cotton has introduced legislation called the Nonprofit Governance Integrity Act. The bill would change who can serve on the boards of tax-exempt nonprofits and tie
The lines between business and charity are blurrier than ever. Terms like “social enterprise” and “social entrepreneurship” are often used alongside “nonprofit,” sometimes interchangeably. But
Every nonprofit has a board, but not every board operates in the same manner. Some are intensely hands-on, while others focus on high-level oversight and
Trade and professional associations depend on member support. Offering discounts, perks, or exclusive treatment often seems like good customer service. But for organizations exempt under
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