By Sharmil McKee on February 16, 2010
This is a free podcast from the Pennsylvania Bar Institute. This course will provide basic information about:
Incorporating a new non-profit Pennsylvania corporation,
The basic requirements for qualifying for 501(c)(3) status and how to apply for it,
How to determine whether you are required to register to solicit charitable contributions in Pennsylvania and how to do so,
How to [...]
Posted in Nonprofits, Research, Start-ups | Tagged podcast
By Paralegal on January 31, 2010
The IRS explains, in simple terms, the purpose of a conflict of interest policy:
Charitable organizations are frequently subject to intense public scrutiny, especially where they appear to have inappropriately benefited their officers, directors, or trustees. The IRS also has an oversight role with respect to charitable organizations. An important part of this oversight is providing [...]
Posted in Asked and Answered, Board of Directors, Nonprofits
By Sharmil McKee on September 6, 2009
On Saturday, September 19, 2009, The J. Herbert Williams Foundation will be holding its annual Scholarship Luncheon Fundraiser.
The event will start at noon and will be held at The Desmond Hotel and Conference Center in Malvern, Pennsylvania. Call 610-296-9800 for more information about the hotel.
Tickets are $50.00 which include your choice of prime rib or [...]
Posted in Nonprofits | Tagged scholarship
By Sharmil McKee on May 5, 2009
How a member can force a nonprofit to involuntarily dissolve?
Yes. The Court of Commonwealth issued a ruling in April that should serve as a warning to nonprofit boards in Pennsylvania.
Did you know that Pennsylvania law allows a member of a nonprofit to petition the court to involuntarily dissolve the nonprofit corporation? A court will [...]
Posted in Asked and Answered, Nonprofits | Tagged Management
By Sharmil McKee on February 18, 2009
I received this question by email yesterday. ‘I am incorporating my nonprofit. The form asks if my nonprofit has members. What does this mean?’
This is my answer:
The question asks whether your nonprofit organization has voting members. For example, some churches have members; those members meet once or twice a year to vote on organizational issues. [...]
Posted in Asked and Answered, Nonprofits | Tagged law, member, shareholder
By Sharmil McKee on September 19, 2008
Can family members serve together on the same board of directors of a church?
I received the following questions by email:
Can family members serve together on the same board of directors of a church?
This is my answer:
Absolutely, in fact, it is probably practical given that most families share the same values, including religious faith and community-involvement. [...]
Posted in Asked and Answered, Board of Directors, Nonprofits | Tagged board of directors
By Sharmil McKee on March 31, 2008
I received the following question by email:
I have a business idea. I am trying to figure out whether I should set up as an LLC or a non-profit. I want to setup a wildlife preserve while producing organic food near my home. I am concerned about public liability, tax considerations, and a safety net for [...]
Posted in Asked and Answered, Nonprofits | Tagged corporation, LLC
