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Corporate Governance During a Pandemic

Even with so much going on in the world, the obligations of corporate governance remain. This article will share recommendations on how to help your nonprofit comply with its legal obligations for governance. <iframe width=”560″ height=”315″ src=”https://www.youtube.com/embed/s5JSXGXk82o” title=”YouTube video player” frameborder=”0″ allow=”accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture” allowfullscreen></iframe> Webcast: Galas & Tournaments & Festivals, Oh …

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Webcast: COVID 19 Navigating Changes for Employers in the Nonprofit Workplace

The way that business is being conducted in nonprofit workplaces is changing rapidly because of the global pandemic. In this webcast, Lori Shapiro, PBPA Employment Counsel, will discuss the evolving workplace, legal considerations that may influence employer actions and decisions, and existing and newly enacted laws, including the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, that will …

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Loans Available under the SBA’s Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program

Updated on 10/20/20201 SBA Enhancements to the COVID-19 EIDL Program The Small Business Administration (SBA) has announced some changes to the COVID-19 EIDL (Emergency Injury Disaster Loan) Program.  These enhancements include an increase in the EIDL cap, which expenses the loan funds can be applied towards, and an extended repayment period.  Read this article from …

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How to Get Loans Under The CARES Act: The Paycheck Protection Program

Updated April 3, 2020 The CARES Act (Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act), passed in the U.S. Congress and is expected to be signed into law. Among many other things, the Act amends the Small Business Act to create a new Paycheck Protection Business Loan Program. For a limited time, the Small Business Administration …

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Webcast: Pandemics, Fires, Floods and Other Disasters – How to prepare for them and how to deal with insurance companies and brokers in the aftermath

What if your facilities are required to be closed next week because of a novel virus? What if your offices are flooded next month? In this presentation, Jim Leonard will talk about how to prepare for potential natural disasters, and how to deal with insurance companies and brokers in the aftermath. Making decisions in the …

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FAQs: The Families First Coronavirus Response Act and Other Employment Questions Related to the COVID-19 Outbreak

Updated April 6, 2020 Please see this link for Frequently Asked Questions related to the new Family and Sick Leave obligations imposed by the Families First Coronavirus Response Act and other employment and benefits questions you may have as you are managing your workforce through this crisis. Please be aware that these FAQs have been …

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Families First Coronavirus Response Act: New Family Leave and Sick Leave Obligations for Employers Signed into Law

The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (the “Act”) was signed into law on March 18, 2020 and goes into effect on April 2, 2020. This law is a financial aid package intended to address the Coronavirus outbreak. It includes several employment-related provisions that affect will employers with fewer than 500 employees, including nonprofits. Employers are …

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Candidate Forums

A candidate forum is an event where candidates running for elected office are invited to discuss their views and positions. Hosting a candidate forum can provide §501(c)(3) organizations with a meaningful and informative way to engage with voters and political candidates. As with all election-related activity, organizations must remain unbiased and nonpartisan. This article is …

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Voter Registration Drives

The United States political system relies on the involvement and participation of its citizens in the election process. Historically, many groups have faced barriers to full participation in this system. §501(c)(3) organizations often wish to host and promote voter registration drives to increase voter participation in the communities and populations that they serve. It is …

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“Get Out the Vote” Initiatives

The U.S. political system relies on the involvement and participation of its citizens in the election process. Certain groups—such as the elderly, disabled, and poor who may lack transportation face particular challenges to participating in this process. Get-Out-the-Vote (“GOTV”) initiatives aim to increase voter participation by reminding voters of the date and location of their …

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Webcast: Georgia Lobbying Registration and Reporting Requirements for Nonprofits

Nonprofit §501(c)(3) organizations are permitted to engage in some lobbying activities, just not a substantial amount. Nonprofits that do engage in lobbying, like their for-profit peers, have significant obligations to register and report their lobbying activities in the State of Georgia. Rules vary depending on the level of state government or type of government entity …

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The SECURE Act and Your 403(b) Plan

SECURE 403(b) plans 1-20The Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement Act of 2019 (SECURE Act) made numerous changes to retirement plans, many of which apply to 401(k) plans. However, many of those changes also apply to 403(b) plans of nonprofit organizations. This article highlights the SECURE Act provisions that may affect 403(b) plans and …

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Webcast: Ways to Lower Your Property Taxes – Homestead Exemptions & Tax Appeals

This webinar is an overview of the two tools homeowners have to try to manage their property taxes amid rising home values. Homestead exemptions are a valuable tool for reducing taxes on primary residences and who might be eligible is a little broader than whose name appears on the deed. We will talk about who …

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Is an ICHRA in your future? Reimbursing Employees for Health Care Premiums

This article presents general guidelines for Georgia nonprofit organizations as of the date written and should not be construed as legal advice. Always consult an attorney to address your particular situation. By Kathryn B. Solley, Nelson Mullins Riley and Scarborough, LLP In the past, employers, including nonprofits, were prohibited from reimbursing employee health care premiums. …

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Webcast: Considering a Merger?

Have you ever thought about combining with an organization that does similar work or serves the same clients? There are many factors to consider when deciding whether to merge two nonprofit 501(c)(3)s. During this webcast we will explore best practices and lessons learned. Nonprofit mergers are complex and if not done properly can result in …

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Meet Kia Dolby!

Meet Kia Dolby, PBPA’s newest staff member, and Communications Manager. Kia Dolby has been living and working in Atlanta for almost twenty years. She spent her early career working as a designer for IBM and several Atlanta-based marketing firms. She then transitioned to working as a communications director and online project manager. Kia has extensive …

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Client Profile: Just One Africa

Having access to clean water is something that many people take for granted, but almost 18 million people in Kenya do not have access to clean water. Over 3,100 Kenyan children die every year from diarrhea caused by unsafe water and poor sanitation. Founded by Amy and Clay Churchill, Just One Africa’s mission is to …

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Shout Outs to Our Volunteers

Since January 1 over 700 attorneys have volunteered for new matters for our nonprofit clients! Click here for a list of individuals who have volunteered so far this year. To: William Cloherty, Elavon From: Georgia CASA William was always accessible, responsive, and very patient (he never made us feel that we were asking a “dumb” …

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Webcast: Working Overtime: Who Is Eligible for Pay, Who Will Be Soon and How Do We Stay In Compliance?

Description:Many nonprofit employees who are not eligible for overtime pay will become eligible on January 1, 2020 when new regulations under the Fair Labor Standards Act go into effect. This webcast will provide important information to help nonprofits prepare for the new overtime regulations, including an overview of wage and hour law requirements and practical …

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Building Generational Wealth Webcast Series: Veteran Affairs Benefits and Resources

The world of veterans’ benefits is often confusing and misleading. Veterans are frequently left on their own to determine what they may be eligible for and where to find assistance. During this webinar, our speaker will help veterans and their support networks understand: – The different types of V.A. cash benefits, e.g. V.A. Disability Compensation …

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Fiscal Sponsorship – How to Make It a Win-Win Situation

Fiscal sponsorship is typically a formal relationship between a nonprofit organization that is recognized by the Internal Revenue Service as 501(c)(3) tax-exempt (the fiscal sponsor) and an organization that may lack exempt status (the sponsored organization or project) to allow the sponsored organization to receive tax-deductible donations. This article will discuss why organizations may seek …

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