Safeguarding America: Why the Rule of Law Protects Nonprofits and Us All – Charity Lawyer Blog
When I first moved into my current office, I was alarmed at the rhetoric coming from political extremists. The logical…
Introducing ‘Transformative Gifts’ — A Closer Look at What Big Gifts Mean for Nonprofits
“I was left in awe. I didn’t know what to say except thank you. Our core values were repeated back…
4 Strategies to Expand Your Nonprofit’s Donor Base
Your nonprofit’s mission and fundraising success are interdependent—one cannot exist without the other. Supporters donate because they believe in your…
Understanding the FENCE Act: A New Proposal to Change 501(c)(3) Eligibility – Charity Lawyer Blog
A new bill, introduced by Senator Hagerty in the U.S. Senate, seeks to make significant changes to the eligibility requirements…
After Three Years of Study, the Transformative Effects of MacKenzie Scott’s Big Gifts are Clear
Big, unrestricted gifts have a transformative effect on nonprofits that receive them. They can lead to greater financial strength and…
5 Tips for Successful Strategies
Your organization’s volunteers are one of your most valuable assets. Their free support helps you take care of administrative duties…
Sunsetting Foundation vs. Perpetual Foundation – Charity Lawyer Blog
In the realm of philanthropy, a pivotal decision for founders is determining the lifespan of their foundation: should it operate…
How Funders Can Respond to an Unprecedented Threat to Nonprofits
The scope and scale of the Trump administration’s ambitions are now strikingly clear, as is the degree of the administration’s…
Leading with Trust: A Blueprint for Equitable Disaster Philanthropy in Los Angeles
This year’s wildfires in Los Angeles didn’t only destroy homes and livelihoods they also revealed the longstanding inequities in disaster…
Turn on Your Headlights: How Funders Can Cut Through the Chaos Right Now
The speed and intensity of the unprecedented attacks on the nonprofit and public sectors unleashed in the first month of…