Often times individuals or groups of individuals want to help out 501(c)(3) nonprofits by raising money for them. They may hold a dinner with friends, a charity golf tournament, a benefit concert, or even a raffle with the proceeds going to an organization. Sometimes organizations are not even aware of these fundraising activities until the proceeds are handed to them. While these wonderful efforts and gestures help out 501(c)(3) nonprofits, they can also create risks for the …

  The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has aligned its COVID-19 guidance with the latest from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC).  OSHA now suggests that employers adopt policies requiring workers to either get vaccinated or undergo regular testing.  More general information on these recommendations are in this article by BakerHostetler and further details on implementation suggestions are in this article by Hunton.

Nonprofits often require the services of third party vendors for renting or leasing workplace equipment and products.  Examples include copiers, floor mats, or restroom product dispensers.  The company that rents or leases these products will require a legal contract detailing the rental arrangement. You may sign the agreement without reading it, assuming it is non-negotiable.  However, it is important to be aware of the pros and cons of such agreements.  This article by Briley Brisendine at SiteOne …

The Employee Retention Credit (“ERC”) was established in March 2020 to encourage employers, despite the challenges of COVID-19, to keep employees on their payroll.  It has been amended, extended and expanded several times in the past 17 months.  This summary outlines recent changes to the ERC relevant to small nonprofit employers.    

When it comes to using copyrighted content, nonprofits often rely on the exceptions of fair use or use for an educational purpose.  Practically speaking, those exceptions are very limited.  So when do you need to get a license?  In this episode of the PBPA Podcast, Becki Lee will break down the complicated world of music licensing to help you understand when and from whom you need to secure a music license, as she answers our questions about …

Nonprofits are trying to figure how to keep their employees and clients safe, but many questions remain around how to balance safety with employee privacy and choice.  When and how can employers ask their workers about vaccines or masks and what should be considered as part of a COVID safety policy?  This Checklist from BlankRome includes a quick guide to help your nonprofit determine which vaccine and mask activities you may require and additional questions to consider. …