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501(c)(4)s: Political powerhouses or misunderstood nonprofits? 

Candid

It will also explore how many 501(c)(4) organizations there are in the United States and how many can actually be considered “political,” that is, engaged in politics explicitly with a focus on influencing government policy or elections. When it comes to political activity, 501(c)(4)s can engage in unlimited lobbying.

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Is Your Organization Following 501(c)(3) Donation Rules?

DoJiggy

Understanding the nuances of 501(c)(3) donation rules is essential for nonprofit organizations seeking to maximize their potential and ensure compliance with legal standards. DoJiggy provides a powerful fundraising platform and a wealth of charity resources, and a question we often get asked is: “Am I following 501(c)(3) Donation Rules?”

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Fundraising Coupling: Fiscal Sponsorship Under Section 501c4

The NonProfit Times

lobbying), and may engage in limited electioneering or political activity. Likewise, donors will not owe gift tax on those donations to the social sponsor. For many reasons, particularly for donors motivated to fund advocacy work, donations to a social sponsor may be an attractive option.

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501c.yada, yada, yada

Sharpshooter Communications

Dana’s plain English: It’s a legit nonprofit that gets most of its operating revenues from donations - not fees for service - and doesn’t have investments that pay dividends. So let’s say someone donates a piece of land to a nonprofit. They are allowed to lobby as a primary activity but they cannot support political candidates.

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An Essential Guide to Nonprofit Financial Management (Best Practices and Tips)

DoJiggy

When people’s living costs go up, they can’t afford to donate as much or as often, if at all. Your nonprofit needs to manage its finances responsibly to be prepared for these thin donation times. You also need policies to stay up-to-date with compliance and reporting requirements. Segregation of duties for transactions.

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Types of Nonprofits: A Comprehensive Guide

Qgiv

These organizations often depend on donations from their supporters, as well as grants, and other forms of funding to support their operations while pursuing their mission with any surplus being reinvested into the organization’s cause instead of being distributed to shareholders. These organizations are unable to collect donations.