Candid

OCTOBER 7, 2024

It was debating the details of the IRS classification of nonprofits—especially those related to politics. As election season heats up, discussions of “political” nonprofits is likely to continue. But what makes a nonprofit “political,” anyway? What are 501(c)(4) nonprofit organizations?

Lobbying

The NonProfit Times

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Think tanks are known for their research functions, but their public information and policy change roles are equally vital parts of their operations. Because think tanks often influence public policy – for nonprofits and commercial entities – funders often seek to invest in them.

Funding

DoJiggy

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Managing a nonprofit organization has its unique challenges. Nonprofits demand more from managers, especially when it comes to finances. Nonprofit financial management requires greater transparency and increased contingency planning of your budget. You have more than a few boxes to tick to comply with the IRS and other agencies.

Management

The NonProfit Times

OCTOBER 7, 2024

lobbying), and may engage in limited electioneering or political activity. For example, the Section 501(c)(3) fiscal sponsor may require guarantees that the funds disbursed are not used for lobbying. Section 501(c)(4) organizations are subject to different tax rules than Section 501(c)(3) organizations.

Contracts

Qgiv

AUGUST 10, 2022

Matt Hugg, President and Founder, Nonprofit.Courses – He’s the author of the Guide to Nonprofit Consulting, and teaches nonprofit management at several universities, via the web, and in-person in the United States, Africa, Asia and Europe. What’s a Nonprofit? Let’s begin. Your Mission. Discuss that too.

Finance

Sharpshooter Communications

AUGUST 13, 2021

Here is a simplified version of the MOST COMMON TYPES of nonprofit designations. Dana’s plain English: It’s a legit nonprofit that gets most of its operating revenues from donations - not fees for service - and doesn’t have investments that pay dividends. Dana: It’s a nonprofit that exists only to support another nonprofit.

Lobbying

Qgiv

MARCH 5, 2024

Understanding the different types of nonprofits and their IRS classifications is crucial if you’re looking to make a positive impact in your community by starting a nonprofit. The diverse amounts of nonprofits play a vital role in addressing societal needs and helping their communities. What is a nonprofit organization?

Insurance

DoJiggy

MARCH 5, 2024

Understanding the nuances of 501(c)(3) donation rules is essential for nonprofit organizations seeking to maximize their potential and ensure compliance with legal standards. Below, we delve into these criteria, providing a clear understanding for aspiring nonprofit leaders. This means they should not be profit-driven.

Donation

Blue Avocado

JULY 16, 2024

Improve how your nonprofit evaluates, recognizes, and motivates its employees. If you would like to significantly improve how your nonprofit evaluates, recognizes, and motivates its employees, there are a few strategies that you might implement to help guarantee success. How often should they be done? What should be measured?

Goals

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

AUGUST 2, 2023

One-third of organizations are taking a stand on issues that affect government spending, policies on issues like abortion and climate change, compared with about half who did so in 2000. Tim Walz talks about the initiative. One likely reason: the polarized political climate that could cause trouble no matter what position they advance.

Lobbying

Candid

AUGUST 16, 2022

Gender equality within nonprofits is not a special project. After all, women account for half the population in the world and more than half in nonprofit organizations. For starters, gender equality is a human right, and the social movements that nonprofits support are interconnected, with human rights at the core of the conversation.

Lobbying