Sep 25, 2017 | Nonprofits
Investment fraud, such as Ponzi schemes, can cause significant financial losses for nonprofit organizations. But the harm it can cause an organization’s reputation with donors and the public may be even worse. Nonprofits are required to disclose on their Forms 990...
Sep 14, 2017 | Nonprofits
Selecting a new chief executive or other senior staffer is one of the most important decisions your not-for-profit board is likely to face. Even if there’s no immediate hiring need, it’s smart to prepare for the process. That way, you’ll be ready to execute an...
Aug 24, 2017 | Nonprofits
You’ve probably heard it before: People don’t give to causes — they give to those asking on behalf of a cause. That’s why a personal appeal continues to be such a powerful not-for-profit fundraising tool. In fact, requests from friends or family members typically...
Jul 31, 2017 | Nonprofits
Not-for-profits that ignore the IRS’s private benefit and private inurement provisions do so at their own peril. These rules prohibit an individual inside or outside a nonprofit from reaping an excess benefit from the organization’s transactions. Violation of such...
Jul 20, 2017 | Nonprofits
Not-for-profit special events can be lucrative from a fundraising standpoint, but they also carry significant risks. Proper insurance coverage can help protect your organization. Special event, special planning Risks associated with special events run the gamut from...
