Archives

In general, no organization may qualify for section 501(c)(3) status if a substantial part of its activities is attempting to influence legislation (commonly known as lobbying). A 501(c)(3) organization may engage in some lobbying, but too much...

When I hear the words paid and volunteer in the same sentence I can’t help but wonder what people are thinking. If you are paying someone they are not volunteering, period, end of story. Please stop the political correctness train now before someone...

Under the Internal Revenue Code, all section 501(c)(3) organizations are absolutely prohibited from directly or indirectly participating in, or intervening in, any political campaign on behalf of (or in opposition to) any candidate for elective...

What is a group exemption letter? The IRS sometimes recognizes a group of organizations as tax-exempt if they are affiliated with a central organization. This avoids the need for each of the organizations to apply for exemption individually. A group...

These are frequently asked questions about Form 1023. How can I get a copy of Form 1023? Form 1023 and its instructions are available for download at www.irs.gov. The revised printed Package 1023 (Form 1023 and Instructions for Form 1023) is...

Evaluation is a subject that has gained lots of attention lately. Most, if not all, foundations as well as state grant sources are requiring some form of evaluation to make sure that monies received are being spent wisely. The name of the game is...

The IRS has been very clear in their rule making providing specific do’s and don’t nonprofits should follow when responding to and providing disaster relief. Below are the answers to some of the most frequently asked questions. What are...

Direct mail marketing remains one of the most powerful and economic ways to reach a target audience — delivering your message directly to your prospects through the U.S. mail for pennies. The beauty of direct mail marketing is that it’s a medium...