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How Government Grants Are Changing Grant-Making Policies

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Government grant-making policies are shifting the entire world of grants. Grant Policies – A Short History of Federal Grant Policy Bipartisan Grant-Making Policies Government grants address vital social needs by funding various causes. Given these points, the government leads the way in grant-making policies.

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7 Emerging Trends for 2025: Is Your Nonprofit Prepared?

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Bipartisan Support for Social Causes To support this economic restructure, we will also see bipartisan support from government officials. To illustrate, the Food Donation Improvement Act(FDIA) was signed into law, specifically, to improve food insecurity and reduce food waste.

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What’s the Cost Behind Starting a Nonprofit Organization in 2025?

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In 2025, aligning fundraising efforts with Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles is more vital than ever. Insurance: General liability insurance typically costs $500 to $1,500 annually. Technology and Software: Budget around $1,000 annually for basic tools (email, accounting software, website hosting).

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Nonprofit or LLC: What Distinguishes One from the Other?

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If approved, incorporation as an LLC shields individual company members from personal liability for any debts incurred by the LLC. For more details about LLCs, here is a link to the IRS definition of a Limited Liability Company (LLC). Governance : There are federal requirements to consider. However, it is possible.

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Reduce Food Waste & Improve Food Insecurity For Americans

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The Food Donation Improvement Act reduces liability for donors who make food donations. This bipartisan legislation will reduce food waste and improve food insecurity by encouraging new public and private partnerships by expanding liability protection for food donors. However, there is good news. How, you may ask?

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Honoring Our Good Samaritans

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Good Samaritan laws grant liability protection to folks who offer reasonable assistance to those who are hurt, sick, in danger, or otherwise incapacitated. Funding is there to state, tribal, and local government agencies and nonprofit organizations for relief efforts following natural disasters.

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The 10 roles and responsibilities of a nonprofit Board of Directors

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It’s also responsible for making sure the organization meets its regulatory responsibilities and files appropriate paperwork with government agencies. The Board should make sure the organization has a system for keeping accurate records in case they are requested by government agencies or donors. Plain and simple.