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.
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 …
Providing Emergency Funds to Participants and Employees: What Nonprofits Need to Know
July 17, 2026
When a participant or employee faces a crisis, many nonprofits want to help, but doing so raises real legal questions. Whether your organization already provides emergency financial assistance or is considering it, join us for a practical discussion of the legal considerations involved. Our speaker will offer guidance on how nonprofits can continue …
W2 Employee, 1099 Contractor, or Legal Liability?
July 17, 2026
Classifying a worker as an independent contractor instead of an employee might seem like a simple administrative choice, but getting it wrong can expose a nonprofit to back taxes, penalties, and legal liability. In this episode, we sit down with Sarah Stephens of Cox Automotive to unpack how the IRS and Department of Labor …
Navigating Check Fraud: Detection, Prevention, and Recovery Strategies
June 25, 2026
Check fraud is one of the fastest-growing financial crimes affecting organizations today, and nonprofits are not immune. In this episode of the PBPA Podcast, we’re talking with attorney Kurt Lentz about check fraud, how it happens, and what to do if your organization becomes a target. Episode Transcript