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Nonprofit Legal Compliance in an Unfriendly Political Environment

NonProfit Quarterly

Its board actions might be reversed because they were not taken pursuant to the organizations bylaws or applicable corporate laws. Ensure activities are operated consistent with all applicable laws , including Section 501c3 of the Internal Revenue Code and any licensing, registration, zoning, and contractual requirements.

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Strong boards make strong nonprofits: What you need to know

Candid

A nonprofit is more like a public company than a private enterprise in that it’s governed by a board of directors as well as its executive team. Here are some of the most frequently asked questions: What’s the difference between an advisory board and a governing board?

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How Limited Equity Co-ops Can Sustain Affordable Homeownership

NonProfit Quarterly

Policies such as redlining , as highlighted in Richard Rothsteins The Color of Law , created entrenched housing inequities. In an LEC, residents collectively own and govern their housingsuch as an apartment buildingbut there are restrictions in place to limit the resale price of their ownership interest (share) to a modest appreciation rate.

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A New Framework for Governance Duties: Loving Accountability and Abundant Resourcing

NonProfit Quarterly

In Reimagining Nonprofit Boards , a three-part series based on the NPQ webinar, A New Framework for Boards, Ananda Valenzuela challenges traditional governance models and offers a new vision for boards that empower rather than constrain. So, what does good governance look like? How are major decisions made?

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Learning That Changes Lives: Local Leader Shares Journey to Nonprofit Success

NonProfit Leadership Center

when she thinks about the Certificate in Nonprofit Management graduate program at the University of Tampa. While I was practicing law, I volunteered in many different capacities and served on several nonprofit boards. Erin took some time off from practicing law to travel. Empowering. Collaborative. Transformative.

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WATCH: Nonprofit Compliance: What You Need to Know & Do Now

NonProfit Leadership Center

Watch Now Resources Highlighted in Webinar Webinar presentation slides Explore More Events Find more free on-demand videos as well as upcoming classes at the Nonprofit Leadership Center to help you strengthen your skills, nonprofit and communities.

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Executive Director Management: The Board’s Top 5 Responsibilities

Bloomerang

The board governance model is one of four primary nonprofit governance models. These organizations are structured to grant the power of governance to the board of directors and power of Executive Director management. The Board’s Top 5 Responsibilities For Executive Director Management: 1. Fire at will state?