Eric Perkins Joins Franchise Freedom Executive Panel​
July 02, 2026

Join us for a focused discussion on franchise ownership, expansion, and long-term business freedom strategies. Perkins Law's Eric Perkins will be one of the five experienced panelists to discuss practical paths to building, growing, and eventually…

VDACS Launches New Platform for Online Registration of Charitable Organizations
June 20, 2026

Like most states, Virginia specifically regulates charitable fundraising in the spirit of consumer protection.  This regulates takes several forms, including an annual registration requirement for nonprofit organizations that engage in charitable…

Nonprofit Q and A: We have raised more money than expected — can we file a full Form 1023 proactively to avoid problems with the IRS?
June 03, 2026

QUESTION:  If my startup nonprofit organization files Form 1023-EZ for recognition of tax-exempt status under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and a year later realize we have raised a lot more money than expected, can we file…

June Nonprofit Spotlight: Girls Rule the Court (GRTC)
June 03, 2026

Each month Perkins Law spotlights a local nonprofit doing inspiring work in the central Virginia area, and the featured nonprofit for June 2026 is Girls Rule the Court (GRTC). Perkins Law salutes GRTC for its mission to promote health, wellness,…

May Nonprofit Spotlight: Better2gether RVA
May 01, 2026

Each month Perkins Law spotlights a local nonprofit doing inspiring work in the central Virginia area, and the featured nonprofit for May 2026 is Better2gether RVA. Perkins Law salutes Better2gether RVA for its mission to empower families of…

April Nonprofit Spotlight: MEGA Mentors
April 17, 2026

Each month Perkins Law spotlights a local nonprofit doing inspiring work in the central Virginia area, and the featured nonprofit for April 2026 is MEGA Mentors. Perkins Law salutes MEGA Mentors for its mission to teach life skills, provide…

March Nonprofit Spotlight: Friendship Circle of Virginia
March 05, 2026

Each month Perkins Law spotlights a local nonprofit doing inspiring work in the central Virginia area, and the featured nonprofit for March 2026 is Friendship Circle of Virginia. Perkins Law salutes Friendship Circle of Virginia for its mission…

February Nonprofit Spotlight: The Nate Foundation
February 02, 2026

Each month Perkins Law spotlights a local nonprofit doing inspiring work in the central Virginia area, and the featured nonprofit for February 2026 is The Nate Foundation. Perkins Law salutes The Nate Foundation for its mission to turn sudden…

Form 990 Filing Season for Nonprofits
January 22, 2026

For nonprofit organizations operating on a calendar-year basis, don’t forget that your IRS Form 990 for 2025 (whichever version you are required to file) is due by May 15th. Keep in mind that if you neglect to file for three consecutive years,…

A Few Tips for Small Business Owners Concerning Commercial Lease Personal Guarantees
January 14, 2026

When you are a small business owner negotiating a commercial retail or office lease, your landlord will likely require you to sign a personal guaranty for your company’s obligations under the lease. This personal liability exposure is…