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Can a Nonprofit Organization Require Board Members to Donate?September 22, 2022
The simple answer is yes it can (and many do), but perhaps the bigger question is whether an organization really wants (or needs) to impose such a mandate? It is legally permissible for a nonprofit organization to require its directors to…
Fundraising and Timing Issues for Newly Formed Nonprofit OrganizationsDecember 13, 2019
Startup nonprofits often face a tough fundraising challenge during their first year or two of existence. The organization desperately wants to begin operations in pursuit of its charitable mission before they receive formal approval of their…
Donations to Individuals and Families: Generous, Yes, Tax-Deductible, NoOctober 21, 2019
People often ask about making donations to support individuals or families victimized by a tragedy, medical emergency, or natural disaster, and are surprised to learn that gifts earmarked for specific individuals are not tax deductible as charitable…
#RVABizLaw Tip of the Day: Donations to 501(c)(3) from Donors Outside of VAMarch 06, 2019
We are a local 501(c)(3) charity and would like to put…