Selfish Giving
DECEMBER 4, 2019
requested guidance on in the Selfish Giving / Accelerist Partnership Law Survey you completed last spring. A company that conducts this type of charitable sales promotion is regulated under state charitable solicitation laws as a “commercial co-venturer” (“CCV”). [1] Law § 171-a(6). New York Exec.
Selfish Giving
JUNE 9, 2010
I was surprised by how many things the law says you can’t do in a cause marketing program. Simple things, like a nonprofit asking its supporters to shop at a retailer that’s supporting the cause is a no-no. Know the law. One talk I was looking forward to at CMF10 was Ed Chansky’s Cause Marketing Legal Issues.
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Selfish Giving
APRIL 25, 2018
This week on CauseTalk Radio , Megan and I talk to Pam Avesian , vice president at women's retailer Chico’s FAS , about their involvement in Habitat for Humanity's Home is the Key cause marketing initiative that's now in its second year. But you should know: the way these retailers will raise money for your nonprofit is changing.
NonProfit Quarterly
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
A small change to employment law in 1974 enabled over 10 million workers to share in the profits of their employers. Investor-centric mechanisms like venture capital and stock exchanges had to be enabled through law and regulation. Another way is still possible. Mutualist infrastructure can be enabled, too.
Nonprofit Marketing Guide
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
After all, Christmas time is make-or-break for retailers and, boy, are they ready to get your money. In fact, unless local law requires the tax language be in the actual body of the letter, put it in the footer. But does your nonprofit have the same mentality? Personalize Your Thank Yous A thank you letter is not a tax receipt.
NonProfit Quarterly
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
Leila Amineddoleh , a lawyer specializing in art and heritage law, shared that she’s witnessed a growing willingness among her clients to return objects when they find out they have been acquired unethically.
NonProfit Quarterly
APRIL 2, 2025
None of those funds will flow to power local government and public services for 23 years (or longer, as Illinois law permits a 12-year extension ). I believe this process has resulted in the overbuilding of office spaces and retail spaces across the nation. TIFs divert revenue from where the money is needed to where it is not.
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