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.
Accepting a Loan from an Insider: Conflict of Interest Issues Nonprofits Should Consider
September 25, 2026
At some point, nonprofits may face financial strain and seek emergency funding to help sustain their missions. In some cases, board members, officers, or nonprofit staff may wish to help support the nonprofit’s activities by loaning money to the organization. While this may seem like a simple solution, nonprofits should proceed with caution. …
Recognizing and Navigating Conflicts of Interest
September 25, 2026
Many nonprofit leaders are familiar with the idea of a conflict of interest, but recognizing one in the moment is another matter. These situations don’t always come with a warning label, and even if the transaction is well-intentioned, a potential conflict that is not adequately reviewed by a board can expose your organization to …
Real Estate for Nonprofits: A Guide to Buying and Selling Commercial Property
September 15, 2026
Whether your nonprofit is considering purchasing its first permanent home, expanding into a larger facility, or selling property that no longer meets its needs, a real estate transaction can be one of the most significant financial and operational decisions your organization will make. In this webcast, we will explore the key legal and …
Picture This: Privacy & Photo Releases for Nonprofits
August 27, 2026
For nonprofits, pictures serve as a powerful storytelling tool. But every photo posted online carries some legal and ethical questions that can be easy to overlook. In this episode of the PBPA Podcast, we sit down with Creighton Frommer to review what nonprofits need to know about photo releases, social media, and privacy …
Handling Religious Accommodation Requests from Employees
August 26, 2026
Federal law requires employers to make reasonable accommodations for an employee whose sincerely held religious belief conflicts with a work requirement, unless providing the accommodation would create an undue hardship for the employer. What does this mean for a nonprofit employer, and what really is “undue hardship”? Read this article from Bradley to learn more …
Board Conflict at Your Nonprofit: How to Manage It Before It Manages You
August 26, 2026
Conflict in the boardroom is inevitable—but unmanaged conflict can fracture relationships, weaken governance, and distract from the mission. This session offers practical guidance, grounded in board fiduciary duties, on managing disputes effectively. The session explores distinguishing productive disagreement from harmful conflict, clarifying roles between the board and Executive Director, the board chair’s role in …