Since January 1, 2016, 637 attorneys have volunteered for new matters with Pro Bono Partnership of Atlanta! Click here for a list of individuals who have volunteered so far this year. To: Tom Gould, Caldwell, Propst & DeLoach, LLP From: Jeannette Rankin Women’s Scholarship Fund Tom – This is an example of Pro Bono Partnership doing the wonderful things they do. I really appreciate the support provided by Tom – knowing he was an expert in this …

Between January 1, 2016 and December 20, 2016, 637 attorneys have volunteered their time to support PBPA’s nonprofit clients. Thank you to those who have volunteered so far this year: A. Michael (Mike) Lee Aaron Parks Abi Oyegun Abreen Delawalla Adam Balthrop Adam Israelov Adam Kaye Adam Keating Adam Sonenshine Adrienne Byrdsong Aimee Nash Alan Arnold Alan Hastings Alan Poole Alan Pryor Alan Rosselot Alex Barnett Alex Clamon Alex Drummond Alex Heaton Alex Yacoub Alexa Miller Alexander …

Nonprofit organizations frequently accept credit cards for donations and/or sales, either directly or through third parties. This webcast will provide guidance regarding the regulations with which you are required to comply in accepting such cards. The speaker will provide an overview of: – the various participants in the credit card networks and processes; – the Payment Card Industry (“PCI”) data security standards for merchants accepting credit cards; and – guidance regarding how to minimize liability as a …

Raffles and door prizes are longtime favorites in the world of nonprofit fundraising and contests are becoming more popular as nonprofits look for creative ways to raise money. But are you familiar with the many laws that govern gaming and contests? The questions that most charities don’t ask are: Are such activities illegal under GA law? Are there ways to conduct such activities so that they are legal? How can I raise needed funds through giveaways and …

It’s your charity’s first project in a foreign country – the funds you worked so hard to raise will finally be used to help people in need overseas. You’ve already been approached by enthusiastic people to work in-country, eager to implement your first project. What could go wrong? Well, quite a bit if you aren’t careful. How do you prevent or minimize these risks while making your donors happy, giving your workers a fulfilling experience, and ultimately …

There are four constitutional amendments on the November 8th ballot here in Georgia, including one addressing state intervention in public schools found to be “chronically failing” and another proposing to generate revenue for the Safe Harbor for Sexually Exploited Children Fund. If your organization is urging the public to vote yes or no on any constitutional amendment, your activities are considered lobbying activities. Nonprofit §501(c)(3) organizations are permitted to engage in some lobbying activities, just not a …