The images of the humanitarian crisis in Syria have made many—individuals and organizations alike—question what they can do to help. Yet…
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IRS Makes 1023-EZ Data Available Online
Recently the IRS announced that it has made publicly available the data submitted by nonprofit organizations using the short-form 1023-EZ…
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Illegal Activity by 501(c)(3)s: Always a Threat to Exemption?
This is the second of two blog posts focusing on restrictions on 501(c)(3)s engaging in illegal activity or activity that…
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501(c)(3)s and Public Policy Violation: A Fresh Look at Doctrine
This is the first of two blog posts focusing on restrictions on 501(c)(3)s in engaging in illegal activity or activity…
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Hate Groups as Charities? Exempt 501(c)(3) Status Seems Counterintuitive to Many
The Chronicle of Philanthropy recently reported that more than 60 controversial nonprofits—deemed “hate groups” by the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC)…
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The Ongoing Debate Around 501(c)(3)s and Political Activity Heats Up
501(c)(3) organizations enjoy certain tax benefits, namely exemption from federal income tax and the ability to receive tax-deductible charitable donations….
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Effect of President Trump’s Attempt to Trim Regulations Still Uncertain
On January 30, 2017, President Trump signed an executive order aimed at reducing the regulatory compliance burden on small businesses…
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The first 100 days of Trump’s presidency are sure to bring changes nationwide—including ones that will impact the nonprofit sector….
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Colorado AG Proposes New Charity Fraud Unit
The Colorado Attorney General’s Office is proposing a new unit to focus on investigating charitable fundraising fraud. Colorado Attorney General…
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It’s Beginning To Look A Lot Like…. Contemporaneous Written Acknowledgment Season!
Sure it’s a mouthful to try to sing it, but with holiday giving and the record-breaking donations to charities that…
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