GrantNews

MAY 8, 2024

Cost of Incorporation& Tax-Exempt Status Every nonprofit startup must file a legal document known as the articles of incorporation with their state to begin the process. Nonprofits often use a lawyer to get a set of ‘trained professional eyes’ on their documents. The cost usually runs from $200-$300 a month.

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Get Fully Funded

MARCH 16, 2023

To protect your organization from legal liabilities, you can incorporate online waivers into this process. Waivers are intended to protect the organization from potential risks and liabilities they could incur if a participant gets injured during the event, for example.

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Big Fundraising Ideas

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Navigating Liability: Top Digital Waiver Tips for Schools Fundraising is necessary for the vast majority of schools-but that doesn’t mean that it can’t be fun and exciting. When signed, waivers show that the participant has acknowledged any risks and agreed to release the provider from liability for damages.

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Tech Soup

JANUARY 30, 2014

The individual or group must also agree to sign and return, upon request of Sponsor, any assignments, releases or other documents that Sponsor may require so as to perfect, effect or record such grant of rights in submission. b) Limitations of Liability. Winner Determination.

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Red Tape Busters

JULY 11, 2023

Generally, a Grant Writers’ kit simply represents a single place to access all the information and documents that are typically requested when grant writing. They are documents that may only change annually (financials) or not at all (company registration records).

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Blackbaud

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Below, we provide more detail about this document and why it plays such a key role in successful financial management. Without a clear Statement of Cash Flows, a nonprofit organization may not be maximizing its resources or identifying areas of opportunity or concern. How Do Organizations Use the Statement of Cash Flows?

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Just Write Grants

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Balance Sheet : Provides a quick overview of the nonprofit's financial position at a specific point in time, detailing its assets (what it owns), liabilities (what it owes), and equity (the net assets or funds available to the organization). Liabilities) These are amounts the nonprofit must pay, either now or in the future.

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Get Fully Funded

MARCH 20, 2023

Printing/postage Fundraising expenses Phone/internet Marketing expenses (graphic design, advertising) Professional development (training and conferences) Memberships, affiliations (dues & subscriptions) Travel/mileage/parking Insurance (liability for the facility, errors and omissions for Board, worker’s comp, etc.)

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Blackbaud

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Keep appropriate waivers and liability forms ready for volunteers to sign. Develop a screening procedure in “normal” times to make crisis screening easier. Catalog the skills and roles needed in a potential disaster along with a database of individuals willing to step up in a crisis.

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Tech Soup

JANUARY 30, 2014

The individual or group must also agree to sign and return, upon request of Sponsor, any assignments, releases or other documents that Sponsor may require so as to perfect, effect or record such grant of rights in submission. Limitations of Liability. Winner Determination.

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Red Tape Busters

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Ignoring the Fine Print – Hidden Pitfalls Tender documents are often lengthy and packed with information. For instance, when tender writers fail to thoroughly review insurance requirements, penalty clauses, or dispute resolution processes, it can leave their organisation vulnerable to unexpected liabilities.

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Planned Giving

AUGUST 14, 2024

Trust Document : The legal document that outlines the terms and conditions of the trust. The trustor is responsible for: Drafting the trust document. Making distributions to beneficiaries as specified in the trust document. This includes: Drafting a comprehensive trust document. Who is a Trustor?

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Planned Giving

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Both parties are crucial in ensuring the trust is maintained according to the specific guidelines set out in the trust documents. All these details are documented in a trust agreement or declaration of trust. Draft the Trust Agreement: Work with an attorney to create a comprehensive trust document.

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Tech Soup

APRIL 16, 2014

The individual or group must also agree to sign and return, upon request of Sponsor, any assignments, releases or other documents that Sponsor may require so as to perfect, effect or record such grant of rights in submission. b) Limitations of Liability. Winner Determination.

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Planned Giving

JULY 29, 2024

Typical expenses include: Court Fees: Charged for filing petitions and other documents. Inventorying the Estate: Compiling a detailed list of assets and liabilities. Ensuring your wishes are clearly documented helps streamline the distribution of your assets and reduces the burden on your family during a difficult time.

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Blue Avocado

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Prior to the Good Samaritan Act, many corporations felt they could face liability for donating food, and people who salvaged it without documented donation could face prosecution. Beyond knowing about laws, the GSA (and other laws like it) is also a testament to the political power of nonprofits.

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Tech Soup

JULY 1, 2014

The individual or group must also agree to sign and return, upon request of Sponsor, any assignments, releases or other documents that Sponsor may require so as to perfect, effect or record such grant of rights in submission. b) Limitations of Liability. Winner Determination.

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Blackbaud

SEPTEMBER 7, 2024

For nonprofit entities, this summary document is a tool to assess their financial standing and make informed decisions on how to further their mission in the coming months or years. The short answer: they are functionally the same. Summary FAQs What are Common Statement of Activities Mistakes?

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 7, 2014

The individual or group must also agree to sign and return, upon request of Sponsor, any assignments, releases or other documents that Sponsor may require so as to perfect, effect or record such grant of rights in submission. b) Limitations of Liability. Winner Determination.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Every nonprofit has a Board of Directors. Yet most people don’t understand exactly what the Board’s job is. And this is a problem. You see, it means that hundreds of people are sitting on nonprofit Boards and have NO IDEA what they said “yes” to. It’s surprising. And concerning.

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Get Fully Funded

JANUARY 16, 2024

Budgeting Your nonprofit’s annual budget is a key financial planning document that guides your organization’s spending and fundraising efforts. Make sure the document can easily be updated as your nonprofit grows—you may eventually need more involved procedures for handling different types of funding. Statement of financial position.

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Tech Soup

JANUARY 13, 2015

The individual or group must also agree to sign and return, upon request of Sponsor, any assignments, releases or other documents that Sponsor may require so as to perfect, effect or record such grant of rights in submission. b) Limitations of Liability. Winner Determination.

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Allied Grant Writers

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Secure and prepare your documents. File these documents. This is to protect both the board and staff from legal liabilities. Since application papers are important legal documents, it will be wise to get the help of a seasoned attorney. This is for proper identification of your group when tax documents are filed.

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Allied Grant Writers

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Secure and prepare your documents. File these documents. This is to protect both the board and staff from legal liabilities. Since application papers are important legal documents, it will be wise to get the help of a seasoned attorney. This is for proper identification of your group when tax documents are filed.

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GiveSmart

MARCH 21, 2024

Along with permits and licenses, consider getting event insurance , which offers liability protection if someone gets hurt or damages the venue’s property. If your event includes alcohol, make sure your plan covers liquor liability claims, as many basic plans exclude coverage when alcohol is sold due to increased risk.

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 29, 2021

So work with an insurer or an insurance broker to understand the coverage you need to best protect your organization and its liability. Some people in the nonprofit sector even think of the Form 990 as a marketing document, another way to share your organization’s good work. There’s always that possibility.

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Greater Giving

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Essentially, this term refers to the process of pulling your documented financial data and communicating it to stakeholders. Also called a balance sheet, this statement lists your nonprofit’s assets, liabilities, and net assets to provide a snapshot of your organization’s financial health. Statement of financial position.

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Tech Soup

MARCH 30, 2015

The individual or group must also agree to sign and return, upon request of Sponsor, any assignments, releases or other documents that Sponsor may require so as to perfect, effect or record such grant of rights in submission. b) Limitations of Liability. Winner Determination.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 10, 2022

It’s meant for them to take the reports they see, the minutes they review, and the documents they sign very seriously. You should introduce them to any policy documents, such as conflict of interest policies. This is also a good time to discuss liability issues and your board liability insurance (which you have, of course.)

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Tech Soup

APRIL 2, 2012

Your technology plan is a document that lays out the goals and objectives of adopting and implementing technology. Poor technology planning is a liability not only to your nonprofit, but also to the people who rely on it. We'll cover best practices for backup, security, documentation, and unified communications.

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Qgiv

JULY 24, 2024

Secretary Your secretary is responsible for maintaining accurate records of board meetings, including minutes, agendas, and any related documents. They ensure your documentation is organized, accessible, and archived properly, which is vital for historical reference and legal compliance.

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DoJiggy

JULY 23, 2024

The Statement of Financial Position (AKA The Balance Sheet) The Statement of Financial Position provides a snapshot of the organization’s financial status at a particular point in time, detailing assets, liabilities, and net assets. Liabilities are what your organization owes to vendors, employees, or others.

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Assel Grant Services

MAY 6, 2024

Disclaimer of Opinion – This type of report shows a company is not compliant with GAAP guidelines and portrays gross misstatements on its assets and liabilities. Nonprofits should know that these documents are not the same as an audit. This report means the auditor thought they couldn’t issue a definitive opinion on the nonprofit.

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DoJiggy

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Add it to your Form 990 to account for your assets and liabilities. Document all of your controls for team member clarity and periodically audit the controls themselves. The IRS requires you to file no fewer than four audited financial statements. Statement of activities : your yearly revenue and changes in net assets.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 29, 2016

The individual or group must also agree to sign and return, upon request of Sponsor, any assignments, releases, or other documents that Sponsor may require so as to perfect, effect, or record such grant of rights in submission. Image: Tina Xu. spanhidden.

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Blue Avocado

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Although some AVOs have permanent locations (such as in the back room of a historical home or at the library for a Friends of the Library), many do not — and meetings and documents move from home to home as officers change. Because most AVOs have an informal air about them, it’s easy for finances to be treated in a casual way.

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Fundly

DECEMBER 11, 2020

Why This Online Waiver Software Made Our List While CityGro may have slightly less functionality in the waiver creation process than other waiver-specific providers, it’s a perfect solution for businesses looking to enhance their marketing strategies and retain more customers through the use of digital liability waivers.

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