Pro Bono Partnership of Atlanta
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The old saying goes “All publicity is good publicity”. But we beg to differ. Nonprofit organizations rely on their goodwill to raise funds and continue to do the good work that they do in the community. Bad publicity from a crisis has the potential to destroy such goodwill. Understanding how to anticipate, respond, and …
December 5th, 2024 update: Reporting Companies relieved from January 1, 2025 deadline The Corporate Transparency Act places certain new filing requirements and carries penalties for corporate entities. Many, but not all, nonprofits are exempt from the filing requirements of the new law. Is your nonprofit exempt? Learn more about the Corporate Transparency Act and which …
Running a nonprofit in the US is difficult enough, but expanding your charitable activity to a foreign county adds a new level of complexity. Join us as our speaker helps navigate the entrance to the international nonprofit landscape as she reviews: Business compliance considerations Legal options to get work done abroad, including working with local …
Does your nonprofit organization contact individuals by phone using prerecorded messages? Perhaps a prerecorded voice message is used to invite people to an event or to remind them to vote in an upcoming election. If so – and if the people you are calling have not previously consented to receiving prerecorded messages from your nonprofit …
Changes in federal student loan forgiveness were a major topic throughout 2023 and into 2024. As employees grapple with repayment, your nonprofit could assist them with loan reimbursement through what is called an Employee Assistant Program. Join us as Rob Daily with Kilpatrick Townsend explores how nonprofits can assist their employees with student loans, both …
From IRS EO Update December 27, 2023 “The IRS offers a free 10-course workshop to assist Section 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organizations and those who would like to apply for federal tax-exempt status. The online training is free at stayexempt.irs.gov. The workshop provides interactive instruction for both existing Section 501(c)(3) organizations and those seeking tax-exempt status. Participants …
Charitable solicitation refers to the act of requesting donations or contributions for charitable causes and endeavors. As a 501(c)(3), you probably engage in charitable solicitation almost daily. In most jurisdictions, it is a legal requirement to register with the state before soliciting donations. But registering for charitable solicitation can get confusing, especially if you have …
The IRS’ Tax Exempt Organization Search (“TEOS”) is an excellent resource to find certain IRS-related nonprofit records, such as 990s since 2017 or exemption letters filed since 2014. The IRS website has a new electronic form to request additional information related to tax-exempt organizations. Submit the electronic Form 4506-B to obtain copies of a nonprofit’s …
Your volunteers work hard to fulfill your organization’s mission and serve the community. But with many activities, there can be risks involved. Nonprofits should consider requiring volunteers to sign valid waivers of liability to protect the organization and to continue providing a structured opportunity for volunteers to serve the community. Prepare your organization and volunteers …
A nonprofit’s website is often the first impression donors, participants and the community may get of the organization. So, you want to make sure it is informative and engaging and makes a positive impression. But in this era of copy-paste culture and easy sharing, how can you protect your nonprofit’s website’s content and design code …
Nonprofit directors generally join the board because they are passionate about the mission of the organization. That’s a great place to start, but enthusiasm and passion must be paired with strong governance to enhance the growth of the mission. In this talk we will discuss governance generally and the policies boards should have in place …
In an era where technology has become an integral part of our daily lives, digital fundraising offers a dynamic and efficient approach for nonprofit organizations. Payment platforms like PayPal, Venmo and CashApp have transformed the way people give, receive, and interact with money. Nonprofits that integrate these platforms into their fundraising may wonder about the …
With election day next week, is your nonprofit organization aware of recent changes to voting leave requirements? Whether your employees are advance voting or voting on election day, read this article from Jackson Lewis to learn more about how much voting leave employers must provide. The article also addresses the recent extension of the existing …
How can a nonprofit employer minimize the effects an employee’s leave of absence has on your nonprofit’s work, while still providing the time away from work your employee needs? At a minimum, nonprofits should have leave policies to inform and guide both managers and employees. But even with clear policies, handling extended leave requests under …
Picture this: your nonprofit has been diligently working towards its mission, making a positive impact in your community, and enjoying the benefits of tax exempt status under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. But one day you receive a letter from the IRS telling you that your organization’s 501(c)(3) status has been revoked. What …
Succession planning is vital for a nonprofit to ensure the continuity of their mission-driven work and long-term sustainability. Are you ready for when your founding executive director retires? Or if your chief executive officer moves to another nonprofit with just a months’ notice? This article by Brandon Hill with Nelson Mullins highlights legal considerations and …
On July 1st, the Amended Georgia Nonprofit Corporation Code went into effect. This law guides how Georgia nonprofit corporations are expected to operate. Since most of PBPA’s clients are incorporated in Georgia, these changes apply to you! A few examples of the changes include: Speaker: Robyn Miller, Senior Corporate/Tax Counsel, Pro Bono Partnership of Atlanta …
Nonprofits collect, store, and utilize vast amounts of information, including donor data, program metrics, financial records, and participant information. To maintain transparency, trust, and compliance, robust information governance practices should be established and followed. In this webcast, our speakers will touch on topics such as: Speakers: Jillian Simons and Misty Peterson, King & Spalding Open …
Have you been getting offers to help your nonprofit apply for an employee retention credit? Or have you heard about other organizations bringing in thousands of dollars in tax credits under this program? During this episode of the PBPA Podcast, William Stone and Barclay Taylor with Morris Manning and Martin will help us break down …
Employers are required to complete a Form I-9 to verify employment eligibility for all employees hired after November 6, 1986. The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services has issued a new updated Form I-9, which employers may begin using right away. However, employers are also permitted to continue to use the prior form until October 31, 2023, …
On July 1st, the Amended Georgia Nonprofit Corporation Code went into effect. This law guides how Georgia nonprofit corporations are expected to operate. Since most of PBPA’s clients are incorporated in Georgia, these changes apply to you! A few examples of the changes include: Learn more in PBPA’s one-hour webcast on the changes to the …
Ranging from physical altercations to verbal harassment, workplace violence can disrupt the harmony of a nonprofit’s workplace, impacting productivity, morale, and most importantly, the safety of employees or clients. In this episode of the PBPA Podcast, we’ll delve into the legal framework surrounding workplace violence prevention as our guest, Adam Young with Seyfarth Shaw, answers questions about risk assessment, policy development, and …
Recent federal law expands the rights of nursing employees to take breaks and have a private place to express breast milk during the workday. The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has released a new Employee Rights Under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) poster to reflect the recent changes made under the Providing Urgent Maternal Protections for Nursing …
In a recent unanimous ruling, the justices of the US Supreme Court made it easier for workers to seek religious accommodations on the job. Employers will now have to “show that the burden of granting an accommodation would result in substantial increased costs in relation to the conduct of its particular business” before they can deny …