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4 Nonprofit Financial Statements and How to Create Them

Blackbaud

Let’s take a closer look at each of these documents and how your nonprofit can compile them. This document subtracts total expenses from total revenue to let you know if your organization is bringing in more money than it is spending. Four Main Financial Statements for Nonprofits 1.

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The Legal Process of Tax Exemption and Fundraising

DoJiggy

Required documentation: A detailed description of your mission, activities, and financials. One of the most significant benefits of forming an LLC is limited liability, which helps protect personal assets. These documents should explain how funds will be used and what, if any, recognition or terms are attached.

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Do You Have to Pay Taxes on Grant Money?

GrantNews

Navigating the tax framework supporting grant money requires careful consideration to ensure compliance with IRS regulations and avoid potential tax liabilities. Reporting Requirements When grant money is taxable, the grantor typically issues a Form 1099-G or similar documentation to report the amount received.

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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. Nonprofits often use a lawyer to get a set of ‘trained professional eyes’ on their documents. The cost usually runs from $200-$300 a month.

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Which of Your Fundraising Events Need Online Waivers?

Get Fully Funded

To protect your organization from legal liabilities, you can incorporate online waivers into this process. Waivers are intended to protect the organization from potential risks and liabilities they could incur if a participant gets injured during the event, for example.

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Crafting Your Own Will: Benefits and Drawbacks for Willmakers

Planned Giving

A DIY will, or do-it-yourself will, is a legally binding document that you create independently, without the direct involvement of an estate attorney. Speed Creating a will through a lawyer can be a lengthy process, involving multiple consultations and revisions.

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Navigating Digital Waivers for School Fundraising Events

Big Fundraising Ideas

Navigating Liability: Top Digital Waiver Tips for Schools Fundraising is necessary for the vast majority of schools-but that doesn’t mean that it can’t be fun and exciting. When signed, waivers show that the participant has acknowledged any risks and agreed to release the provider from liability for damages.