An Introduction to DAFs and Overview of the Newly Proposed DAF Regulations
Nonprofit Basics: Supporting Organizations Part 2 - Orientation for Understanding Type III Supporting Organizations
Nonprofit Basics: Supporting Organizations - Part 1
Loot and Private Foundation Rules - Part 2
Loot and Private Foundation Rules – Part 1
Nonprofit Basics: Election Year Issues for Private Foundations and Public Charities Part 3: Private Foundation Approaches to Policy Advocacy Allowed by the Internal Revenue Code
Nonprofit Basics: Election Year Issues for Private Foundations and Public Charities Part 2: Legislative Lobbying Activities by Public Charities
Nonprofit Basics: Election Year Issues for Private Foundations and Public Charities Part 1: Candidate Campaign Intervention
Nonprofit Basics: Navigating the Complex Rules That Describe a Public Charity
In May 2020, Goodwill Industries of North Central Pennsylvania, Inc. (Goodwill) acquired the building in State College, Pennsylvania, in a high-traffic area that had numerous retail stores in the immediate vicinity. Later...more
Were you paying attention to the recent news about the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) rule banning noncompetition clauses (the Rule)? You may have missed this critical point the FTC included as part of the rollout of that...more
On April 23, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), pursuant to sections 5 and 6(g) of the Federal Trade Commission Act (the “Act”), issued their final “Non-Compete Clause Rule” (Rule). This Rule provides that non-competes...more
District of Columbia AG Brian L. Schwalb reached three separate settlements regarding alleged violations of the District’s nonprofit laws. The AG’s office settled with the Fraternal Order of Police, Jerrard F. Young Lodge...more
The National Association of Attorneys General (NAAG), in conjunction with the National Association of State Charity Officials (NASCO), hosted its annual conference to discuss the state of charities and a variety of issues...more
Fall is in the air, and that means brands are planning holiday promotions. The season of buying is also the season of giving, and Q4 is prime time for brand + charity partnerships and cause marketing campaigns. Often, a...more
Faulty Framework? The question posed above is not intended to be rhetorical. Rather, it is one that the owners of a closely held business should consider thoroughly before transferring or committing any business assets to...more
Welcome to EO Radio Show – Your Nonprofit Legal Resource. This is the second of two parts that discuss supporting organizations as a special type of public charity. All supporting organizations must pass an organizational...more
Welcome to EO Radio Show – Your Nonprofit Legal Resource. This episode is the first of two parts that discuss the definition of supporting organizations as a special type of public charity. All supporting organizations must...more
The Handbook for Directors of Nonprofit Corporations in the United States summarizes the duties of directors of nonprofit corporations, provides general background information regarding selected available federal tax...more
As the Internal Revenue Service ramps up its audit staff, its gaze is extending beyond the for-profit sector. IRS audits of public charities are also increasing. We have recently assisted several charities with their...more
Our advice is often sought about forming a charitable organization for personal reasons, corporate philanthropy or to house the charitable/educational activities of a trade association or a social welfare association. There...more
According to Giving USA, charitable contributions in 2020 exceeded $470 billion, 70 percent of which came from individuals. Individuals deciding to donate to a particular organization may be considering factors beyond the...more
With 2022 under way, nonprofits incorporated in Washington should familiarize themselves with the newly updated Washington Nonprofit Corporation Act to determine whether updates to their articles, bylaws or general practices...more
New York Attorney General Letitia James has announced the launch of an easy-to-use online filing portal for charities to file required state annual financial disclosures. The new system will use e-signatures and electronic...more
Updated Procedures Related to Direct Contact in the Determination Process - On August 17, 2021, Exempt Organizations Rulings & Agreements (EO R&A) office issued Interim Guidance (IG) memorandum (TEGE-07-0821-0016) on...more
Electronic Filing Mandate for Form 990-EZ - The Taxpayer First Act, enacted July 1, 2019, requires tax-exempt organizations to electronically file information returns and related forms. The requirement to file...more
March 20, 2020 – the day taxpayers were granted an automatic filing extension to July 15, 2020; the day the 2020 tax filing season changed dramatically. It was also a wonderful day that gave me a minute to pause, take a deep...more
Like all sectors of the economy, charities are facing unprecedented times right now due to the coronavirus. Demand for their services are surging, while at the same time, many have had to cancel their spring fundraising...more
Various Charities and Nonprofits webpages have been redesigned to improve organization, design and navigation using data analytics and user testing. Charitable hospitals under the Affordable Care Act – Section 501(r) - ...more
The IRS reminds people seeking tax-exempt status to use the current version of forms to avoid processing delays. The current version of Form 1023, Application for Recognition of Exemption Under Section 501(c)(3) of the...more
The Non-Profit Organizations/Public Charities Division of the Office of the Attorney General (the “Division”) recently released helpful guidance regarding (i) good governance of charitable organization and (ii) the rules that...more
New requirement for organizations intending to operate under Section 501(c)(4): Submit Form 8976 - New legislation enacted at the end of 2015 added section 506 to the Internal Revenue Code. Section 506 requires an...more
The 2016 election season is red hot. So, now is the perfect time for a reminder about the political activity prohibitions applicable to public charities and private foundations....more
On "Giving Tuesday" 2015, Nexsen Pruet attorney Sue Odom shares some insight into the structure and arms of the organizations that touch our lives - and the legal issues involved. These organizations can be classified as a...more