Form I-9 Matters Now More Than Ever Since taking office, the Trump Administration made enforcement of federal hiring laws a priority. In a quest to ensure employer compliance, the administration significantly increased enforcement efforts, with immigration authorities conducting more audits…
It is the worst-case scenario for any organization – losing your status as a 501(c)(3) public charity. In this article, we discuss the four most common ways nonprofits lose their tax-exempt status from the IRS, and the steps you can…
If you are a nonprofit board member, you have a legal fiduciary duty to ensure the nonprofit is adhering to its governing documents and stated mission, and that it is obeying any laws and requirements that relate to the nonprofit and its…
The end of the year often brings a high number of donations. This is a great time for you to review and ensure you are following IRS requirements regarding written acknowledgements to your donors. For sample donation acknowledgements and helpful…
Bryan Pautsch, CPA, J.D. and James Alex Bramer, CPA, Dean Dorton This article presents general guidelines for Ohio nonprofit organizations as of the date written and should not be construed as legal advice. Always consult an attorney to address your…
‘Tis the season for lively charitable fundraising events such as galas, dinners, and other creative gatherings. However, fundraising events, whether in-person or virtual, can also cause unintended headaches if tax compliance issues are overlooked.
Generally, in forty-one states and the District of Columbia, a tax-exempt organization that intends to solicit charitable contributions from the public is required to register. This requirement to register hinges upon a number of factors. States do allow some exemptions…
As a nonprofit, maintaining 501(c)(3) status is essential to operational success. This status is so important because it grants nonprofits exempt status from certain taxes both at the federal and state level and allows donors to make tax-deductible contributions. During…
For many charitable institutions, accepting gifts subject to certain donor-imposed restrictions is a normal course of business. But what about those restrictions that have outlived their purpose or failed to evolve with the times? This is particularly common for gifts made…
Legal Issues for New Nonprofits Your organization received its 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status from the IRS – now what? Legal Issues for New Nonprofits is an eight-part webinar series that provides general legal information about operating a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt, nonprofit corporation.…
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