Background Checks for Nonprofits
Updated on March 20, 2023 Answers to some frequently asked questions regarding background checks and a list of helpful resources.
Addressing the Risks of Working With Volunteers
If you’re working with volunteers you may not even be aware of the legal issues that exist. Problems can arise with injuries, use of vehicles, screening, and wage & hour laws that you should know about in advance. Risks of Volunteers
Background Screening for Employees and Volunteers
A nonprofit should perform some type of background investigation before hiring an employee and, in some cases, before engaging a volunteer. For some positions, it may be sufficient to check the work history and references. For others, it may be necessary to check criminal records, driving records and/or credit history. This article provides guidance on …
Document Retention Policies
The new IRS 990 Form and the Sarbanes-Oxley Act both address the question of document retention for nonprofits. Adopting and enforcing a written document retention policy is a best practice your organization may want to adopt. Please note that in addition to the legal disclaimer above, this article contains information that is based, in whole …
Electronic Voting for a Nonprofit Board of Directors
Can the board of directors of a nonprofit organization vote electronically on matter?Electronic Voting Laws
Fiduciary Duty of Board of Directors to Oversee Financial Affairs
Updated January 22, 2026 Since Enron, the board of directors has been required to take on a greater role in overseeing the financial affairs of a nonprofit organization. All of your board members should read this! Please note that in addition to the legal disclaimer above, this article contains information that is based, in whole …