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Under Georgia law, certain individuals are required to report suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation of disabled adults or elder persons. This article explains the reporting requirements, including what should be reported, who is required to report, and the procedures for reporting suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation. Reporting Elder Abusebuse
Whether your organization has just been born or has been serving the community for decades, you may not realize that your organization’s trademarks and branding are valuable symbols for trust and quality to those you serve. The reputation of your organization is inseparable from its brand. As a result, it is important that these intellectual …
Volunteers and employees of nonprofits often pull images and other content from the Internet in preparing newsletters, social media posts and other materials. This can easily expose the organization to liability for copyright infringement. This article provides a basic understanding of copyright law as well as a list do’s and don’ts for using materials from …
When hiring employees, all nonprofit employers need to check employment eligibility on Form I-9, and may be required to use E-Verify. This webcast will cover the following topics: · Basics of completing and maintaining Form I-9 · Am I required to use E-Verify? · Top 10 I-9 compliance mistakes. · What does Executive action on …
In today’s competitive environment, Charitable Organizations are engaging in commercial activities with increasing frequency. Often these activities involve the sale of products or services to the public. Whether these activities are specifically related to an organization’s mission or not, there are a variety of legal and compliance issues that arise and require management. This webinar …
Performance reviews help nonprofit organizations establish, communicate, and enforce their expectations for employees. At the same time, they can provide facts and evidence to support employment decisions, and to defend against legal claims. This article describes how to implement an effective performance review process in your organization to help engage and empower your employees, create …
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 …
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 …
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.
The legal staff at the Packard Foundation, Gates Foundation, Hewlett Foundation and Moore Foundation developed this free resource, which covers the basic legal rules around the electioneering prohibition for both private foundations and public charities. It takes about ninety minutes to complete and features “Maya,” a program officer that helps participants through the course. Please …
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 …
This is part seven of an eight part webinar series that provides general legal information about operating a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt, nonprofit corporation. This webinar details the financial responsibilities of the Board of Directors, including approving budgets, reviewing financial statements, and setting internal controls. Presenter: Denise Devenny, CPA, Vice President of Operations with the Bipartisan Policy …
This is part six of an eight part webinar series that provides general legal information about operating a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt, nonprofit corporation. Your nonprofit may have valuable “intellectual property” rights in your organization’s name, logo, program materials and other assets. This webinar will give an overview of intellectual property considerations, and how to best protect …
This is part five of an eight part webinar series that provides general legal information about operating a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt, nonprofit corporation.This webinar introduces some of the many legal issues concerning employment law, including hiring, supervision and possible termination of employees; the proper use of contractors; wage and hour compliance; and an overview of harassment …
This is part four 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 recordkeeping requirements for nonprofits, including IRS requirements, and best practices for keeping and maintaining other important organizational records. Presenter: Mark Hoenig, Esq., Weil, Gotshal & Manges Click here to …
This is part three of an eight part webinar series that provides general legal information about operating a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt, nonprofit corporation. This webinar presents an overview of legal issues concerning fundraising by nonprofit organizations, including charitable solicitation registration, required IRS acknowledgments, and gambling laws. Presenter: Robyn Miller, Esq., Pro Bono Partnership of Atlanta Click …