New information and legislation surrounding COVID-19 (the novel coronavirus) is coming out daily as the situation rapidly changes. PBPA, with our staff and network of dedicated volunteers, are working hard to keep you up-to-date on all the legal questions you might have for your nonprofit organization. There is a vast number of resources available online. Below is a short list of resources we would recommend to Georgia nonprofits and links that will lead you to more information.
Expanding Into Georgia? A Guide for State Registration Requirements
November 19, 2025
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 …
Nonprofit Collaborations: Legal Considerations & Best Practices
November 19, 2025
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 …
Keeping the Record Straight: Best Practices for Nonprofit Board Minutes
November 3, 2025
Keeping the Record Straight: Best Practices for Nonprofit Board Minutes 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 …
Ex Officio Directors in Georgia Nonprofit Corporations
October 27, 2025
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 …
Raising a Glass, Responsibly: Legal Considerations for Nonprofits Serving Alcohol at Events
October 13, 2025
Providers of alcohol, even as a nonprofit hosting a special event, may need to apply for an alcohol license. Before you pour at your next event, make sure you understand Georgia’s alcohol laws and what they mean for your nonprofit. In this episode of the PBPA Podcast, Rich Glaze breaks down the alcohol licensing …
Navigating a Federal Shutdown: What Nonprofits with Government Contracts Should Know
October 3, 2025
Now there is one more wrinkle for federal contractors and grant recipients to navigate in 2025: the federal government shutdown. If your nonprofit is uncertain about its rights and responsibilities during this government shutdown, this article from Kilpatrick provides some helpful guidance for federal contractors and grant recipients.