Nonprofit staff and board are all on the same team, but problems can arise if the roles of team members are unclear. In this webcast, PBPA’s Justine Cowan, who has served as both an executive director and a board member herself, will discuss how to navigate the complex board-staff relationship, including: • Key …

On March 11, 2021, President Biden signed into law the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA).  ARPA includes a 100% government subsidy of COBRA premiums for “assistance eligible individuals” through September.  COBRA applies to health plans offered by nonprofit employers with more than 20 employees. Read this article to understand who is …

As vaccines for COVID-19 become more readily available, employers are considering how they are going to address vaccines and those who have or have not been vaccinated in the workplace.  Currently, there are more questions than answers about the legal implications of mandating vaccines or providing vaccine incentive programs. The resources listed below …

A volunteer manual is considered to be an essential policy for a healthy nonprofit.  Have you ever wondered if you could just share your employee handbook as a guide for your volunteers?  In this episode of the PBPA Podcast, our guest talks to us about why your organization should use a manual specific …

When you are tirelessly focusing on your nonprofit’s mission, the importance of legal contracts may not be one of the first things to cross your mind. Nevertheless, contracts are crucial for any nonprofit organization, both for enforcing your rights, as well as protecting you from liability. This article provides a brief, basic overview …

The Employee Retention Credit (“ERC”) was established by the CARES Act last year to encourage eligible employers to keep employees on their payroll through the use of tax credits during the COVID-19 pandemic. On December 27, 2020, the Economic Aid Act (“EAA”) amended the ERC to make it a much more useful option …

Social media makes a great way to communicate with nonprofit clients, stakeholders, donors, and the general public. Almost all posts use your organization’s or another’s intellectual property to spread the word. Intellectual property includes copyrighted content (like images, videos, and text), brands and logos and individuals’ rights of publicity. During this presentation, we’ll …

On January 29, 2021, OSHA* issued a new guidance addressing mitigating and preventing the spread of COVID-19 in the workplace. This article by Jackson Lewis provides a thorough discussion of the new guidance and its potential implications for employers. Much of this new guidance reiterates information that has previously been provided by OSHA …

In the Bostock case, the US Supreme Court affirmed that Title VII’s protection against sex discrimination also includes sexual orientation or gender identity (see this article). The Biden administration has issued an Executive Order on Preventing and Combating Discrimination on the Basis of Gender Identity or Sexual Orientation, Executive Order No. 13988, which …

So, how much money could your nonprofit receive in this latest round of the PPP?  What documents need to be provided to support your request?  Recently the Small Business Administration provided guidance on both first draw and second draw loans outlining how to calculate what your nonprofit’s maximum loan amount would be along …

On January 19, 2021, the Small Business Administration in conjunction with the Department of Treasury issued new PPP Forgiveness Application Forms to conform with the changes to the PPP program in the Consolidated Appropriations Act that became law on December 27, 2020.  Read this article to find out which form you should use …

If you or your lender made an error, and you received more money than your nonprofit is actually eligible for, what happens to that portion of your PPP loan?  The Small Business Administration issued guidance regarding when a borrower receives a higher loan amount than permitted under the CARES Act or the Consolidated …

Have you made resolutions for your nonprofit in this new year? While you probably have resolutions unique to these extraordinary times, there are still “ordinary” risks that should not be overlooked. This article highlights the top legal risks facing nonprofits: managing information, managing relationships, and raising funds. Take stock of your nonprofit’s current …

Join us in a conversation with PBPA’s Executive Director, Rachel Spears, as she talks to us about the key legal trends for Georgia nonprofits in the coming year.  From the Paycheck Protection Program to Employee Retention Credits to Georgia state legislation, this episode of the PBPA Podcast provides an overview of the 2021 …

START HERE: FFCRA Obligations Become Voluntary Article Summarizing FFCRA FAQs by PBPA FIND MORE DETAILS HERE: Webcast: COVID 19 Navigating Changes for Employers in the Nonprofit Workplace FAQs by U.S. Department of Labor Employee Retention Credit & FFCRA IRS Flow Chart for ERC and FFCRA Employment Tax Credits COVID-19 Employment Law Update: New …

A TV studio has contacted you about using your parking lot, or warehouse space, or other property for their show.  Join us in a webcast to learn about what your nonprofit should ask and consider before agreeing to have your property used by a production company. Speaker: Jeremy Hilsman, Real Estate Counsel, Koch …

Was your nonprofit approved for a Paycheck Protection Program (“PPP”) loan in 2020?  The Small Business Administration has provided guidance regarding reapplication or requests for increases for First Draw PPP Loans approved on or before August 8, 2020. Lenders may approve increases on First Draw PPP Loans starting on January 25, 2021. Read …

Under federal law, employers are required to display notices and posters in the workplace advising employees of their rights.  What is a “workplace” when some or all of your employees are remote?  Should you send notices out via e-mail, or post them on a shared document drive, or in the breakroom no one …

Nonprofit employers may provide educational assistance programs to their employees as a benefit, to cover certain qualifying education expenses.  The CARES Act temporarily expanded the definition of “educational assistance” to include qualified student loans.  This expansion has been extended by the to include student loans through December 31, 2025.  Find out more in …

Our Fundraising series is exploring the legal aspects of conducting various fundraising activities in the state of Georgia. In this session, our speakers will explain the things nonprofits need to consider when hosting festivals, carnivals, block parties, fairs and “Taste of” events in Georgia. They will cover topics including risk issues, income and …