The IRS is launching a sweeping effort to advise taxpayers about the importance of doing a “paycheck checkup” as soon as possible to ensure that they are withholding properly from their paychecks. It is highly recommended that employers, including nonprofit corporations, share this information with their employees as soon as possible. Please see this link for an article providing additional information you should share with your employees so they can determine if they are withholding correctly from their …

Updated on April 29, 2025 If your organization is gearing up for a summer day program or other childcare program in Georgia, you should be aware of recent changes at the Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning (“DECAL”). DECAL requires that “all programs providing group care for children” complete their new online assessment to see whether the program qualifies for an exemption. This article outlines the new options and process for seeking exemption from DECAL licensing …

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 …