The Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning (DECAL) requires that “all programs providing group care for children” obtain either a license or an exemption from licensing. You cannot simply assume that your program is exempt. If you operate a child care program in Georgia, you must either obtain a license or an official determination that the program is exempt from licensing rules. Ignoring these requirements can lead to fines or even prosecution for operating an unlicensed …

A well-designed internship program can be a win-win for both the intern and the organization. Although unpaid internships at nonprofits are generally permissible, there is a risk that interns could be considered employees covered by federal minimum wage and overtime laws! Some new guidance from the Department of Labor can help nonprofits assess whether their internship program is properly structured. During this webinar, our speaker helps nonprofits understand: – How interns are different from employees and volunteers; …

Many organizations seek to improve the lives of children. Yet few organizations attempt to achieve this important goal by proactively facilitating the creation of strong and supportive familial environments. This focus on the family is a hallmark of Lumpkin County Family Connection’s approach to ensuring that children are equipped to achieve in the classroom and in life. Family Connection is a statewide initiative in Georgia, consisting of 159 community collaborative partnerships committed to making measurable improvements for …

There have been many news headlines about immigration, it’s hard to keep up! Nonprofits want to continue to fulfill their mission, but must also remain compliant with changing rules. During this webinar, our speakers help nonprofits understand: – Are there any limits on how nonprofits serve undocumented immigrants? – What, if any, legal risks are there in serving undocumented immigrants? – What should your organization should do if ICE comes to your door? Presenters: Caroline E. Magee …

Thank you to the 227 attorney volunteers (as of March 27th) who gave our nonprofit clients pro bono advice, so far in 2018! We could not have done it without you! Click here to add your name to the list below! Daniel Beale Shaila Manjiyani Marion Tilson Luanna Petti Mindy Simon Isaac Yilma George Akers Anne Compton-Brown Sidney Simms Lillian Martin Ashley Miller Spencer Pryor Donovan Potter Bisi Adeyemo Leanna Degenhart Jordan Smart Heather Howdeshell Brandon Van …

Since January 1, 2018, 227 attorneys have volunteered for new matters with PBPA! Click here for a list of individuals who have volunteered so far this year. To: Carly Regan & Todd Williams, Turner From: Ferst Foundation Carly Regan and Todd Williams at Turner are fantastic! They have helped us immensely with trademarks, are amazingly proactive and have truly gone above and beyond to ensure that we have all the bases covered. I also love that they …