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Kia Dolby

Zoning 101: A Primer on Zoning Law for Nonprofit Leaders

August 31, 2022 by Kia Dolby

Zoning laws help determine locations for specific development and facilitate community growth. Join Lisa Morchower, Of Counsel with Berman Fink VanHorn, as she provides an overview of zoning considerations for nonprofit organizations. In this webcast, she will cover such topics as: How to determine what your property is zoned for; What is a special use …

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Board Special Committees: How and Why Your Nonprofit Could Use Them

August 25, 2022 by Kia Dolby

Nonprofit boards have a lot of responsibility and a lot of work to do.  Board committees can help nonprofit boards work more efficiently and govern more effectively. In this article, Phil Thompson, partner at Moore Ingram Johnson & Steele, outlines how  special committees can be a means by which directors can efficiently and effectively fulfill their duties …

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Why Your Nonprofit Should Have a Drug & Alcohol Policy

August 25, 2022 by Kia Dolby

How does your organization handle drugs and alcohol in the workplace? Do you follow a consistent policy or will you just figure it out when it comes up?   Drugs or alcohol in the work place can create safety hazards and lead to poor job performance.  It can also reduce inhibitions to the point employees engage …

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Planned to A.T.

August 24, 2022 by Kia Dolby

Planned to A.T. founders Tiffany Pearson-Kilgore and Ashley Rutland were teaching their elementary and high school classes when they realized a need for financial literacy education, especially for their students who dreamed of becoming professional athletes in order to pursue a better way of life. Acting to close this gap in their students’ education, the …

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The Frazer Center

August 24, 2022 by Kia Dolby

The Frazer Center was founded in 1949 as a school for children with cerebral palsy, and currently serves kids and adults with a wide range of delays, disabilities, and differences, as well as typically developing children. Today, inclusion is still at the core of the Frazer Center’s mission, but its delivery has evolved.  While the …

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What Nonprofits Should Know about Managing Cybersecurity Risk

July 29, 2022 by Kia Dolby

A cyber-attack at your nonprofit is not a question of IF, but a question of WHEN.  When it does happen, it could be small, or it could be devastating.  Most standard commercial general liability insurance policies do not cover liability for cybersecurity issues.  From strong internal controls to cybersecurity insurance, this article outlines the many options your organization …

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Top 10 Questions Nonprofit Board Members Should Ask – Part I

July 28, 2022 by Kia Dolby

Part I of a two-part series (LINK to Part II) As a board member, it is not enough for you to just sit back and listen. Under state law, nonprofit board members have a duty of care that requires them to ask questions and be knowledgeable about the activities of the organization. You also have …

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Protecting Your Nonprofit from Scams, Fraud & Imposters

July 27, 2022 by Kia Dolby

Nonprofits of all types are susceptible to fraud, especially those with limited resources or lacking internal controls. It could come as an imposter creating a copycat webpage and taking donations intended for your 501(c)(3), or an email phishing scam to an unsuspecting employee. Is your nonprofit taking the appropriate steps to protect itself from potential fraud? …

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The Latest Guidance on COVID-19 from the EEOC

July 26, 2022 by Kia Dolby

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has issued updated guidance on COVID-19.  Fortunately, the latest guidance is basically the same as the EEOC’s previous guidance.  Read this summary from Constangy to learn what has changed, and which obligations remain in place for employers.

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How to be a Conscientious Board Chair

June 23, 2022 by Kia Dolby

Directors have legal duties to their nonprofit, and the board chair is in a unique position to oversee these duties.  A chair can lead the board not just to govern, but to set the organization up for long-term success.  In this episode of the PBPA Podcast, Marianna Faircloth with The Home Depot will outline best …

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Shout Out to Volunteers

June 22, 2022 by Kia Dolby

From: Center PointTo: Zenobia TrexlerLarry Stine , Wimberly Lawson Thank you both so much for your guidance regarding our issues.  I feel empowered and a heck of a lot smarter now. The students with whom we work appreciate you; and on behalf of the staff and board at Center Point, thank you for your time, effort, and …

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2022 Volunteers

June 20, 2022 by Kia Dolby

Thank you to the 550 volunteers that have signed up for a pro bono project in 2022! Abbie Schmadeke Abby Larimer Abigail Castleberry Abraham Llama Adam Snyder Addison Smith Adrian Jaume Adrielle Conner Afshan Raees Alan Rosselot Alex Barnett Alex Drummond Alex Hecht Alex Holt Alex Lilly Alex Meier Alex Thurmond Alexandira Isom Alexandra Cervenka …

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SheWill Inc.

June 17, 2022 by Kia Dolby

SheWill Inc., a nonprofit organization based in Norcross, provides programming and mentorship to girls regarding financial literacy and career empowerment. Through partnering with local schools, churches, and public organizations, SheWill educates young women (ages 8-17) on planning for a brighter, financially secure tomorrow with lecture-based materials, activities, events, and field trips.    SheWill is a …

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Managing the Risks of Overseas Volunteer Trips

June 14, 2022 by Kia Dolby

After two-years of staying grounded during the pandemic, you’ve organized a trip abroad and recruited a group of volunteers who are ready to fly out.  But when traveling abroad, there are situations in which safety and security issues may outweigh the advantages of international experiences. What happens if something goes wrong? What happens if one …

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Working with Payroll Providers & Professional Employer Organizations

May 26, 2022 by Kia Dolby

Join Josh Joel, business and employment lawyer at Stanton Law, in a discussion of real-world liability and compliance issues that come up for small and mid-size businesses when delegating human resource, payroll, and other workforce management tasks to PEOs and payroll processing companies. Drawing from his experience in both counseling and litigation, Josh will discuss …

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Handling Problem Volunteers:  Tips to Minimize the Risks of a Difficult Do-gooder

May 25, 2022 by Kia Dolby

Nonprofits rely on volunteers to help them fulfill their missions everyday. Some nonprofits rely on a volunteer base more heavily than others, but all nonprofits eventually encounter a difficult volunteer. In this episode of the PBPA Podcast, Elizabeth Newton will speak to us about how to effectively and legally deal with challenging volunteers.   Pro Bono Partnership …

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Delta’s legal pros give back to hometown nonprofits

May 18, 2022 by Kia Dolby

Delta’s top-tier legal professionals are sharing their skills with nonprofits across Atlanta, deepening our relationships with our hometown community by providing pro bono legal assistance to help those who need it most. One of the Delta Law Department’s most significant and long-running relationships is with Pro Bono Partnership of Atlanta, which connects volunteer attorneys with …

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Political Activities of Nonprofit Board Members and Employees

April 28, 2022 by Kia Dolby

501(c)(3)s are prohibited from engaging in political activity, but what about the leaders of the organization?  What happens when a board member runs for political office?  Or a nonprofit ED is invited to speak at a political rally for a personal friend?  Individuals running a nonprofit have their own personal views and political activity, but …

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Better Preparing for Future Turnover

April 26, 2022 by Kia Dolby

It is a tight labor market these days!  What is an employer supposed to do when tight labor markets leads to high employee turnover?  Be prepared!  In this episode of the PBPA Podcast, Christian Turner, Senior Counsel at Chick-Fil-A, and Justine Cowan, Corporate Counsel with PBPA, provide insight on how to anticipate and better prepare …

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Webcast: Contracting 101 for Nonprofits

April 26, 2022 by Kia Dolby

Nonprofits commonly enter into agreements with sponsors, vendors, and even fellow nonprofits. Most of the time everything goes off without a hitch. However, do you know how to protect your nonprofit in the event that something doesn’t go as planned? During this webcast, our speakers will help nonprofits understand: • Why have a formal written …

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Shout Out to Volunteers

April 8, 2022 by Kia Dolby

Thank you to the 374 volunteers (as of April 5) who have signed up for a pro bono project in 2021! We could not have done it without you Click here for a list of individuals who have volunteered so far this year. From: Paint LoveTo: Joe FreemanThank you so much for your time and …

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2022 Volunteers

April 5, 2022 by Kia Dolby

Thank you to the 374 attorney volunteers (as of April 5) who gave nonprofit clients pro bono advice! We could not have done it without you. Click here to add your name to the list below. Abby Larimer Adrian Jaume Alan Rosselot Alex Drummond Alex Hecht Alex Lilly Alisha Wyatt Amanda Witt Ami Rodrigues Amy …

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Hire Heroes

April 5, 2022 by Kia Dolby

Hire Heroes USA, a national nonprofit organization headquartered in Alpharetta, empowers U.S. military members, veterans, and spouses to succeed in the civilian workforce by providing personalized, one-on-one employment assistance throughout their career search. Job seekers receive a high-quality resume, job search strategies, interview advice, and LinkedIn guidance. Additionally, Hire Heroes connects individuals to other resources …

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When Employees Live in Other States: Remote Workforce Legal Considerations

March 29, 2022 by Kia Dolby

You may be used to having a remote workforce now, but happens if one of your employees decides to take their remote work to a different state?  If you have remote employees who live out-of-state, you may be subject to certain requirements of their state.  In this article, Jenny Jeong at Morris Manning outlines legal …

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