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…
IRS Inflation Adjustments for Nonprofits in 2025: What You Need to Know – Charity Lawyer Blog
Each year, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) adjusts various tax-related thresholds to account for inflation. These updates ensure that tax attributes keep…
Rethinking Scale: Community-Led Approaches to Strengthening Sustainability During Uncertain Times
In times of increasing uncertainty, from shifting federal priorities to crises like the wildfires devastating Southern California, nonprofit organizations face…
What Types of Software Do Associations Actually Need?
Every association offers its members a unique range of benefits, from specialized skill training to coveted networking opportunities. As such,…
Fiduciary Duties – Duty of Obedience vs. Duty of Good Faith – Charity Lawyer Blog
Nonprofit organizations operate under a unique set of legal and ethical expectations. At the core of these expectations are the…
Now is the Time to Lay the Foundation for Long-Term Civic Resilience
Just as we adults are processing the White House’s actions since the presidential inauguration, so too are our children. For…
L.A. Wildfire’s Devastating Impact on a Black Community Is a Call to Action for Philanthropy
The recent Eaton Fire that ravaged parts of Altadena and Pasadena left a trail of physical destruction, but its impact…