Nonprofit Agendas
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All that glimmers … – Alternative investments have down side
October / November 2008
Newsletter: Nonprofit Agendas
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 632
Abstract: With traditional investments having lost a lot of their luster in today’s environment, many nonprofits are turning to alternative investments for a better return. But before you put part of your nest egg into investments such as venture capital funds, hedge accounts or private equity funds, be sure you fully understand the tax consequences. (Updated 3/30/12)
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Gift acceptance policies – Knowing when to say “no”
October / November 2008
Newsletter: Nonprofit Agendas
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 1149
Abstract: Would your organization ever turn down a charitable gift donation? If your answer is “no,” you should step back and reconsider. Lawsuits and bad press are among the consequences of not having thought through the acceptance of gifts. This article details factors to consider when forming an essential gift-acceptance policy. (Updated 2/20/12)
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NEWS FOR NONPROFITS – Google launches portal for nonprofits
August / September 2008
Newsletter: Nonprofit Agendas
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 520
Abstract: This issue gives the lowdown on Google’s recently launched portal for nonprofits, the IRS’s final rules on excess benefits, and new information on the IRS’s processes for ensuring you don’t abuse your tax-exempt status. A fourth item highlights a study that reveals how the next generation of nonprofit leaders is turned off by low salaries and other factors.
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Valuing and reporting gifts in kind and donated services
August / September 2008
Newsletter: Nonprofit Agendas
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 780
Abstract: The support you receive during the year doesn’t come only in the form of straight cash donations or fees for services — it also comes in the form of gifts in kind or donated services. Sometimes, these sums must be recorded on your books and recognized as revenue, expenses, and/or assets at year end. This article explains when each scenario applies.
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One for all and all for one – How to transition leadership during a merger or acquisition
August / September 2008
Newsletter: Nonprofit Agendas
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 754
Abstract: Mergers and acquisitions are taking place more often among both large and small nonprofits today. For nonprofits taking the plunge, one of the most daunting challenges — one likely to determine the effort’s success or failure — is transitioning the key leadership so that it stays invested and involved in the process. (Updated 2/20/12)
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Donor intent becoming hot-button issue – Gift documentation, acceptance guidelines ward off future problems
August / September 2008
Newsletter: Nonprofit Agendas
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 1050
Abstract: What’s probably the largest donor intent lawsuit in U.S. history, Robertson v. Princeton University, is expected to go to trial this fall. With its allegations of fund misuse, the case could set the stage for charitable giving in this century. Here’s what you need to know to protect yourself against such accusations.
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News For Nonprofits – Stricter recordkeeping for contributions
June / July 2008
Newsletter: Nonprofit Agendas
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 500
Abstract: This issue alerts you to stricter recordkeeping requirements for contributions, discusses how fundraising practices are once again under a magnifying glass, and highlights IRS changes to the application process for exempt status.
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Lobbying and charities: Knowing the limits
June / July 2008
Newsletter: Nonprofit Agendas
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 472
Abstract: Nonprofits need to keep tabs on lobbying activities if they want to keep their tax-exempt status. According to the Internal Revenue Code, no substantial part of a charity’s activities can consist of attempting to influence legislation by contacting, or urging the public to contact, a member of a legislative body. Nor can a substantial part of your organization’s activities comprise proposing, supporting or opposing legislation. Unfortunately, substantial has never been defined. (Updated 3/30/12)
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Is your organization certain about its tax positions?
June / July 2008
Newsletter: Nonprofit Agendas
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 473
Abstract: A common cliché states that the only things certain in life are death and taxes. A new accounting rule will require nonprofits to evaluate and disclose how “certain” they are about the tax positions they’ve taken on their annual tax filings of Forms 990 and 990T as well as on their organization’s activities. Here’s a heads-up on what you need to know. (Updated 3/30/12)
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New retirement plan regs add employer responsibilities
June / July 2008
Newsletter: Nonprofit Agendas
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 491
Abstract: New regulations for 403(b) retirement plans put more responsibility on plan sponsors. And that includes producing a written explanation of the plan and opening it to more employees. A sidebar highlights upcoming compliance dates.
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The most critical policies for your nonprofit
June / July 2008
Newsletter: Nonprofit Agendas
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 837
Abstract: Outside forces such as the IRS, other federal and state bodies, and major funders require you to put specific policies in place. At the same time, your own board develops policies to address key issues — aiming for best practices as it fulfills its fiduciary responsibilities. This article discusses these two influences that shape the policies your nonprofit develops, uses and keeps current over time.
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NEWS FOR NONPROFITS – Small portion of donations benefit the poor
April / May 2008
Newsletter: Nonprofit Agendas
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 503
Abstract: This issue covers the patterns of giving donations to organizations that serve the economically disadvantaged; how the YouTube Nonprofit Program can broadcast your message to a larger audience; a reminder about the federal ban on political campaign activity; and the newly enacted College Cost Reduction and Access Act, which can help recruit and retain nonprofit workers.
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Internal vs. year end financial statements
April / May 2008
Newsletter: Nonprofit Agendas
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 721
Abstract: Do you prepare internal financial statements for your board of directors on a monthly, quarterly or other periodic basis? Later, at year end, do your auditors always propose adjustments? What’s going on? Most likely, the differences are due to cash basis vs. accrual basis financial statements, as well as reasonable estimates proposed by your auditors during the year end audit. By understanding the differences between the two statements, you may be able to minimize them. (Updated 3/30/12)
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Be reasonable – Procedures, documentation essential when setting compensation
April / May 2008
Newsletter: Nonprofit Agendas
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 809
Abstract: Nonprofits often vie against for-profit businesses for the same talent pool; to acquire and keep the employees you need, you must be competitive in your offers. But this offer-the-best-we-can approach is shadowed by growing regulatory pressures to provide “reasonable compensation” for key employees — and nothing more.
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Nonprofit watchdogs – Who are they and what are they looking for?
April / May 2008
Newsletter: Nonprofit Agendas
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 1057
Abstract: Nonprofit watchdog agencies are on the rise, becoming more prominent in the past five years than ever before. These independent organizations gather resources not only to help donors select fiscally responsible organizations for their charitable giving, but also to provide information to media, legislators and the philanthropic community. This article tells you what you need to know about the leading watchdogs — the Better Business Bureau Wise Giving Alliance (BBB Wise) and Charity Navigator (CN) — and how they evaluate nonprofits. (Updated 2/20/12)
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NEWS FOR NONPROFITS – EMPLOYEE GADGETS AS FRINGE BENEFITS
February / March 2008
Newsletter: Nonprofit Agendas
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 576
Abstract: Four topics are briefly covered in this issue’s “News for Nonprofits”: how nonprofits can use employee gadgets — newer technologies like personal digital assistants (PDAs) and laptop computers — to provide employees tax-free benefits; the IRS distinction between employees and independent contractors; protecting your Web site domain name; and the new effective date of Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) Interpretation No. 48, Accounting for Uncertainty in Income Taxes (FIN 48).