Pro Bono Partnership of Atlanta
On February 24, 2015, PBPA threw a party. Each year, we hold an invitation-only event to recognize all of our volunteers and donors from the prior year. See below for an article and photos from the wonderful evening which was hosted by King & Spalding. This year’s reception was extra special because we also celebrated …
For the family of an individual diagnosed with schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or major depression, the news can be devastating. With more than 13 million Americans living with serious mental illness, the costs of mental illness are staggering, from lost earnings and school dropout to hospitalizations. However, research has demonstrated that most people who receive timely, …
To: Brent Houk, UPS From: The African [SOUP] It is with sincere gratitude that we thank you for your time and assistance in drafting an employee agreement for The African [SOUP] through collaboration with Pro Bono Partnership of Atlanta. Your generosity allows us to continue to lead The African [SOUP] through growth, which grants us …
To celebrate ten successful years, Pro Bono Partnership of Atlanta held its Ten Year Anniversary Volunteer and Donor Appreciation Reception. More than 100 attorneys gathered at King & Spalding on February 24, 2015 to recognize the incredible work accomplished by PBPA volunteers this past year. PBPA client Paul Plate of Positive Impact thanked the volunteer …
Adam Fitzsimmons Adam Haigh Adam Keating Aditya Shrivastava Alcide Honoré Alexandra Greene Amanda Hiffa Amanda Langston Ambreen Delawalla Ami Rodrigues Andrew Booth Andrew Masak Andy Bohlmann Ankit Shrivastava Anton Mertens Anu Seam Betsy Griswold Billy Scott Bo Strauss Branden Baltich Brenda Holmes Brent Wasser Brian Leslie Brian Levy Bryan Brum Buddy Toliver Candace Rodriguez Candice …
Did you get incorporated in one state and then move your operations? A nonprofit organization’s tax-exempt status is tied to its incorporation. The IRS decides whether to recognize a nonprofit as tax-exempt under §501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code based on its articles of incorporation and bylaws. If your organization incorporates in one state and …
Updated July 1, 2024 A nonprofit organization that plans to end its operations should complete certain steps including adopting resolutions and making government filings. An organization that closes without following proper procedures could expose itself to lawsuits from claimants and creditors and IRS enforcement actions. This article provides a broad overview of the dissolution process. …
“You’re Fired!”: Steps to reduce your organization’s risks in terminating employees An employee is performing poorly . . . one of your employees is refusing to perform certain tasks . . . an employee violates organizational policy . . . WHAT DO YOU DO? Before you terminate the employee, make sure that you have fully …
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), which sets and enforces protective workplace safety and health standards, covers most every employer in the United States, including nonprofits. Penalties for OSHA violations can be devastating to small employers. In this webcast, you will hear an overview of how OSHA works and what to do if OSHA …
The Wren’s Nest. Photo by Jonathan Hillyer Participants in The Scribes Program. Photo by Erin Sintos The Wren’s Nest is an organization that seeks to serve as an educational resource for the greater Atlanta area and to preserve the heritage of African American folklore through storytelling, tours, and student publications. The Wren’s Nest is based …
Since January 1, 2014, over 560 attorneys have volunteered with Pro Bono Partnership of Atlanta! Abenaa Ennin Adam Ney Adam Sonenshine Alan Rosselot Alex Arca Alex Drummond Alex Shin Alexandra Greene Alfred Lurey Alison Boyer Alison Musto LeVasseur Allegra Lawrence-Hardy Alyson Pirio Amanda Holcomb Amanda Norcross Amanda Witt Ami Rodrigues Amos Davis Amy Jensen Amy …
To: Philip Cooper, Nelson Mullins From: Circle of Hope I know it seems like eternity since we last touched bases, but we are still at work trying to get everything finalized regarding the by-laws and conflict of interest policy. Everyone sung your praises regarding the work you did for us on these documents–many, many thanks …
Charges of discrimination filed with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (“EEOC”) are serious, and can result in significant liability to your organization if they are not handled correctly. If your organization receives notice of an EEOC charge of discrimination or any other kind of charge or complaint from a federal or state agency, please contact …
This article provides basic information on whether a Georgia nonprofit organization should accept a charitable donation of real estate, including some of the important questions to ask when considering accepting a donation. Accepting A Charitable Donation of Real Estate
Georgia employers who hire and retain employees with prior criminal convictions may be protected against negligent hiring and retention claims under the new Fair Business Practices Act, which took effect July 1, 2014. The Act provides that employers are presumed to have exercised the necessary due care in hiring, employing and otherwise interacting with former …
When’s the last time you reviewed or updated your employee handbook? Did you obtain your current handbook from the Internet or from a friend at another nonprofit? In this webcast, we’ll discuss the purpose of an employee handbook, what policies it should include, and perhaps more importantly- what it shouldn’t include. Recently, administrative agencies such …
(Ricardo Montoya, Rebecca Roy and Jill Robbins) (Samantha Weidenbaum and her daughter and Rebecca Roy) When Soccer in the Streets faced the threat of losing its valued Program Director Ricardo Montoyo in 2006, Pro Bono Partnership of Atlanta helped the nonprofit organization connect with volunteer attorneys who petitioned for permanent U.S. resident status and provided …
Since January 1, 2014, over 410 attorneys have volunteered with Pro Bono Partnership of Atlanta! Adam Ney Adam Sonenshine Alan Rosselot Alex Arca Alex Drummond Alex Shin Alexandra Greene Alfred Lurey Alison Boyer Alison Musto LeVasseur Alyson Pirio Amanda Norcross Amanda Witt Ami Rodrigues Amy Jensen Amy Wilson Andrew Belisle Andrew Booth Andrew Head Andrew …
We are delighted to announce the arrival of Lori Shapiro, Pro Bono Partnership of Atlanta’s new staff attorney. As Employment Counsel, Lori provides direct legal services to PBPA nonprofit clients, serves as a resource to PBPA’s volunteer attorneys, and educates lawyers and clients on employment-related legal issues. She also coordinates monthly webcasts on legal issues …
Since January 1, 2014, over 410 attorneys have volunteered for new matters with Pro Bono Partnership of Atlanta! Interested in volunteering? Click here for a current list of volunteer opportunities! To: Andy Hepburn, Sizmek Technologies, Inc. From: Emmaus House Thank you very much for your very thorough and helpful legal audit of the Emmaus House …
Nonprofits often team up with for-profit companies to conduct fundraising activities, with part of the proceeds from the sale of the for-profit’s product or service (such as a book or t-shirt) benefiting the nonprofit. What steps are the parties required to take when entering into these types of “commercial co-venture” or “cause marketing promotion” arrangements? …
Does your nonprofit own real property? Does it plan to purchase real property (or hope to have it donated)? If so, don’t assume that your nonprofit will not have to pay property tax. Real property owned by a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit organization in Georgia is not automatically exempt from property tax. The property must qualify …
This article sets forth best practices for a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation to consider when determining the size and composition of its board of directors.
This is part eight of an eight part webinar series that provides general legal information about operating a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt, nonprofit corporation. This Webinar covers the basics of identifying the risks involved in operating an nonprofit; and how to best address those risks in order to protect your organization, your clients, your board, your employees …