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Understanding Fiscal Agents: What They Do and When You Need One 

Wild Apricot

In this article, we’ll break down what fiscal agents do, how they work and why nonprofits might need one. The sponsor may manage staffing, set policies and represent your project publicly. You’re seeking help beyond finances, like HR, liability coverage or insurance. That’s where fiscal agents can make a difference.

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Why Are Nonprofits Experiencing An Insurance Crisis? And What Can the Nonprofit Sector Do About it?

Blue Avocado

In this article, Ill explain all of this, and offer an elegant solution: A single investment that can help tens of thousands of nonprofits for decades to come, change the course of the entire nonprofit sector, and write history. Other cases involve adults in independent living facilities that chose to take drugs against house policy.

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What Are 7 Common Nonprofit Startup Costs?

GrantNews

Cost of Incorporation& Tax-Exempt Status Every nonprofit startup must file a legal document known as the articles of incorporation with their state to begin the process. A lawyer can help you draft your ‘articles of incorporation,’ as well as help you with your application to the IRS.

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Nonprofit Board Member Onboarding: 12 Things to Cover

Qgiv

For the sake of brevity, let’s say that you did everything we covered in our first article, “ 10 Tips for Onboarding All Types of Volunteers.” In short, the board’s duty is to deal with the policies and the “big issues.” The staff, as led by the executive director (president, CEO…) implements that policy: the tactical three-foot view.

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Safety First: How to Mitigate Risk at In-Person Events

Qgiv

In this article, we’ll cover things to consider when evaluating the safety of your event, share some resources, and provide best practices on how to develop your plan. Other things to think about include cancellation policies, last minute venue or date changes, and what their deposit policy is like. Not sold yet?

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How to Probate a Will: A Comprehensive Guide

Planned Giving

Notice The information below, as well as the FAQs at the end of this article, provide a general guide to common probate questions and are for informational purposes only. This includes real estate, bank accounts, investments, personal property, and liabilities like mortgages and loans. They should not be considered legal advice.

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5 Legal Issues For NPOs Using ChatGPT

The NonProfit Times

Those systems can generate new works of authorship, such as software programs, artistic works, and articles and white papers. Tort Liability. You must consider the potential tort liability issues that might arise from the use of AI. Intellectual property is a key legal issue that leaders must consider when using AI.