In 2026, nonprofits may face fundraising challenges that threaten operational sustainability. In some cases, this could lead to the difficult decision to reduce staff. When workforce reductions become necessary, nonprofits must carefully plan each step, make informed decisions, and ensure compliance with all applicable legal requirements.

2025 was a challenging year for many nonprofit organizations, marked by uncertainty and funding changes driven by shifts in the federal landscape. In this episode of the PBPA Podcast, we’re revisiting some of our most popular episodes from the past year—because the unique trends and concerns that emerged in 2025 will continue to impact the nonprofit sector well into 2026. Pro Bono Partnership of Atlanta · Lessons from 2025 to Navigate 2026 Episode Transcript

Board minutes are more than a formality—they’re a vital part of a nonprofit’s legal and governance record. In this webinar, we will walk through the dos and don’ts of documenting board meetings, from what to include (and what to leave out) to how long to keep the recorded minutes. Join us as Mollie Blase with Alson & Bird shares legal insight and best practices for how nonprofit boards can create, approve, and retain minutes. Speaker: Mollie Blase, Associate …

Nonprofit organizations expanding their operations beyond their state of incorporation may be subject to the new state’s business registration requirements. Nonprofit leaders should understand this requirement because there are penalties if the business entity doesn’t comply. The general rule is that “foreign” nonprofits (nonprofits incorporated in one state that seek to do business in another state) are required to register with the Secretary of State (or the applicable office) of each state in which they will be …

Collaborating with other nonprofits can be a powerful way to stretch limited resources and amplify impact. By pooling expertise, staff time or funding, partnerships can help organizations do more with less. But successful collaboration doesn’t happen by accident. It requires clear expectations and defined roles from the start. In this episode of the PBPA Podcast, attorney Gail Gunnells joins us to discuss how nonprofits can maximize the benefits of collaboration while minimizing the legal risks. Pro Bono …

Building a strong board is essential for any nonprofit—and integrating an ex officio director offers both promise and complexity. This article by Alex Godwin with Novelis North America explores what it means to appoint an ex officio director under Georgia law and provides a practical roadmap to ensure ex officio appointments enhance, rather than hinder, your organization’s governance.