What Are the Duties of Nonprofit Directors? State law sets out which type of management and governing structure is acceptable for nonprofit corporations in that state. In some states, nonprofit ...
Nonprofit Law Basics: Who Owns a Nonprofit?
Who owns a nonprofit? No one. A major misconception about nonprofit organizations concerns ownership of a nonprofit. No one person or group of people own a nonprofit organization. Ownership is ...
Nonprofit Law Basics: Can the Executive Director Serve on the Board of Directors?
The law requires that the best interest of the nonprofit prevail over the director’s personal or business interests; if the executive director is a paid staff person who sits on the voting board of ...
Year-End Legal Checklist: Annual Meeting, Donor Acknowledgements, 990s, Grant Reports, State Reports
We're making a list...checking it twice! A legal checklist, of course. There are several items your nonprofit organization needs to complete by year end. Here are some items for nonprofits to ...
Nonprofit Q&A: What needs to be included in our Minutes? What are nonprofit minutes?
Does your nonprofit keep excellent board meeting minutes? What about membership meetings? Or meetings of committees? While nonprofits must balance multiple priorities, keeping accurate meeting minutes ...
Who’s in Charge Here? Role of the Board of Directors vs. Role of the Executive Director
The nonprofit board vs. executive director balance can sometimes become a tug of war! Running a successful nonprofit takes an active board of directors and a dedicated staff led by a capable ...
Are Nonprofit Board Members Liable?
Are nonprofit board members liable? An active board of directors is essential to the success of any nonprofit organization. Generally, the members of the board of directors are the governing body ...
Nonprofit Q&A: What is a nonprofit conflict of interest? How can a policy help?
What is a nonprofit conflict of interest and how can a policy help? When a member of a board of directors assumes office, the law requires that the best interest of the nonprofit prevail over the ...
Nonprofit Checklist: Risk Management
Risk management for nonprofits involves more than just buying liability insurance and hoping for the best. A sound approach to risk management requires nonprofit managers and board members to ...
Nonprofit To-Do: Conduct Board Self-Assessments
Board Self-Assessments When was the last time your organization’s board evaluated their own performance? A strong board of directors is vital to the success of your nonprofit organization. Keep your ...