Every nonprofit wants to believe its programs are changing lives. But belief alone is not enough. Boards, donors, and regulators expect proof that resources are
In December 2025, the U.S. Department of Education formally recognized Grand Canyon University as a nonprofit institution of higher education. The decision ended a long-running
Recent developments in Texas highlight the expanding role of state attorneys general in investigating and enforcing laws against nonprofit and civic organizations. Actions taken by
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
A potential client recently asked us whether any business, if operated correctly, could be tax-exempt under 501(c)(3). The answer is a resounding no. To qualify
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
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
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