Washington’s Business and Occupation (B&O) Tax isn’t something most nonprofits think about—until they’re audited or receive a letter from the Department of Revenue. Unlike a
With the introduction of the tax package dubbed the “One, Big, Beautiful Bill,” Congress has made its intentions clear: extend key provisions of the 2017
The lessons from authoritarian regimes around the world reveal that civil society organizations don’t always face direct shutdowns; rather, governments often deploy legal, financial, and bureaucratic tactics to stifle dissent.
In today’s world of ever-evolving fundraising methods, nonprofits face a host of legal and regulatory challenges. From traditional galas and planned giving to online crowdfunding
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As a Washington nonprofit corporation, your organization must file an Annual Report with the Washington Secretary of State to maintain good standing and keep your corporate information up
Volunteering plays a crucial role in strengthening communities, but it’s important to understand the legal framework that protects both volunteers and the organizations they support.
When I first moved into my current office, I was alarmed at the rhetoric coming from political extremists. The logical conclusion of their ideas struck
A new bill, introduced by Senator Hagerty in the U.S. Senate, seeks to make significant changes to the eligibility requirements for 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organizations. The
Nonprofit organizations operate under a unique set of legal and ethical expectations. At the core of these expectations are the fiduciary duties that nonprofit directors
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