It’s a scenario no church wants to face. A large donor suddenly has a change of heart and demands that some or all of a significant gift be returned. Perhaps the donor is facing an unexpected [...]
Many 501(c)(4) social welfare organizations are set up with an inherent political purpose in mind. In a sense, pursuing activities to promote general welfare is by definition a political aim. But [...]
Keeping employees, volunteers, church members, and visitors safe is important not only because it’s the right thing to do, but also because it reduces a church’s financial risk. At an [...]
In a donation installment plan a donor agrees to give a certain amount on a recurring basis, often monthly. Often described as “sustainer” programs, installment plans offer donors with an option [...]
The #MeToo movement has sparked a renewed conversation in society about how sexual harassment harms careers and causes victims to suffer. States around the country have adopted fresh rules for [...]
There are many who say that running an organization is chiefly about managing risk. In the nonprofit realm, managing risk often involves a mixture of revenue generation, careful financial [...]
Maintaining the financial wellbeing of a nonprofit is often at the front of managers’ minds. Fundraising sources are not always consistent from year to year, unforeseen expenses can cause sudden [...]
No one wants to hear the “A” word from the IRS. A tax audit is a serious event with potentially far-reaching consequences for a nonprofit. The IRS audits organizations for a wide variety of [...]
A merger of two organizations is a complicated process, involving changes at every level. Nonprofits sometimes choose to merge to improve efficiencies, expand access to fundraising sources, or [...]
Like every employer, a church needs to plan for its employees to need time for family, especially when a new baby is on the way. Every church with employees needs to adopt clear policies and [...]