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Understanding Donations from Donor-Advised Funds: A Guide for Nonprofits

November 5, 2024 Posted by socialspicemedia in Donations
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Donor-advised funds (DAFs) are an increasingly popular way for individuals to manage charitable donations while providing an excellent potential funding source for charities. As nonprofit leaders and fundraisers look to diversify revenue, understanding how DAFs work, their benefits, and their challenges can empower organizations to build long-term donor relationships and financial stability. What is a …

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Safeguarding Your Nonprofit from Misleading Solicitations

October 4, 2024 Posted by socialspicemedia in Board, Nonprofits, Scams
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Nonprofit leaders face many challenges, from managing resources to meeting regulatory requirements. Unfortunately, scammers routinely target nonprofits by sending fraudulent letters disguised as official government forms. We regularly receive inquiries from concerned nonprofit clients who have received Statement of Information and “Minutes” scam letters, which demand fees for compliance-related services that are not required by …

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PROTECTING YOUR NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION’S ASSETS

September 6, 2024 Posted by Casey Summar in Assets, Board, Director Duties, Non-profits, Nonprofits, organization, Uncategorized
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Introduction Nonprofit organizations today face a growing array of risks that threaten their ability to fulfill their missions. From cyber threats to regulatory changes and financial uncertainties, the challenges are numerous and increasingly complex. As these risks continue to emerge, taking steps to affirmatively protect nonprofit assets has become more critical than ever. In this …

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Understanding Minute Books for Nonprofits

July 29, 2024 Posted by Casey Summar in Board, Director Duties, Non-profits, Nonprofits, organization, Uncategorized
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In the realm of nonprofit organizations, maintaining thorough and accurate records is not only a best practice but often a legal requirement. Among these essential records is the minute book, a vital repository of organizational history and decisions. This blog post will explore the importance of minute books for nonprofits, what they should contain, the …

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Mastering Board Meeting Minutes for Nonprofits

June 28, 2024 Posted by Casey Summar in Board, Director Duties, Non-profits, Nonprofits
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Proper documentation is crucial for nonprofit organizations to maintain legal compliance, ensure accountability, and preserve historical records. Meeting minutes for nonprofits play a vital role in this process by creating a formal record of discussions, decisions, and actions taken during meetings of the board of directors and its committees. This blog post explores their purpose, …

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Filing a Nonprofit Statement of Information: A Comprehensive Guide

May 31, 2024 Posted by Casey Summar in Director Duties, Non-profits, Nonprofits, organization
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In California, every domestic nonprofit corporation must file a Statement of Information (the “Statement”) within 90 days of incorporation and every two years thereafter. Nonprofit corporations formed outside of California but that operate in the state must file a Statement of Information within 90 days of initial registration in California and every year thereafter. If …

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