Games of chance, namely bingo and raffles, are often a popular way for nonprofits to fundraise. However, this can come…
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Fundraising, Charitable Giving and Grantmaking
Charitable Giving and Reform Proposals Snag Donor-Advised Funds, Compensation
Looks like it’s about that time again—several proposals around charitable giving and charitable reform have surfaced, and at least one…
READ MORE Gift Acceptance: Make Sure You Know What You’re Getting!
For nonprofit organizations, a potential gift can be a great opportunity—or a big liability. The key is to be able…
READ MORE New York Law Puts Spotlight Back on Nonprofit Governance
New York recently enacted the Nonprofit Revitalization Act, which affects not only New York nonprofits, but nonprofits formed in other…
READ MORE The Countdown is On: Tips for Year-End Charitable Giving
It’s that time of year again, when many people add charitable giving to their busy holiday to-do list. Year-end giving…
READ MORE Providing a Lifeline to Colorado’s Flood-Ravaged Businesses: Saving Communities
Portions of our state have been devastated by flooding this fall, and for many the cleanup and recovery will take…
READ MORE Amateur Sports Organization’s Fundraising Structure Leads to Revocation of Status
The Tax Court recently upheld the IRS’ revocation of exempt status of a 501(c)(3) organization formed for the purpose of…
READ MORE Government Funding an Important Slice of Charitable Pie
The Wall Street Journal recently ran an opinion piece, How Big Government Co-Opted Charities, (note: subscription required) that explores the…
READ MORE Nonprofits and Supporters Need to Make the Case for the Charitable Deduction
The push for tax reform continues to gain momentum, and the charitable deduction is not off limits. Many expect a…
READ MORE Overhead Overhyped? Focus on Results is Key to Evaluating Charities
Three charity information organizations caused a stir recently with the launch of their campaign against the overhead myth—essentially urging donors…
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