Donor Advised Funds
A donor advised fund (DAF) is a fund that allows a donor to make contributions and recommend grants to charities of their choice through a charitable sponsor. Check out more here.
NC Charitable Solicitation License
North Carolina requires nonprofit organizations that intend to directly solicit contributions within the state to hold a Charitable Solicitation License (CSL) before soliciting contributions.
Due Dates for Calendar Year-End Nonprofit Organizations
There are important due dates that calendar year-end nonprofit organizations need to remember. Click for a complete list of due dates.
Thankful? Let Your Donors Know!
Since donors play such an important role in the operation of a nonprofit, it is important for your organization to acknowledge each donation for a number of reasons.
Impact the Community Through Volunteering
Gilliam Bell Moser’s staff stepped out of the office and on to a construction site to help Habitat for Humanity of Alamance County. Our staff spent two days working on a house that will become a home for a much deserving family.
Volunteer Training
Volunteers are an integral part of many nonprofit organizations. Training will enable the volunteers to better understand and work more efficiently for the organization.
Nonprofit Core Values
The establishment of core values in the early stages of a nonprofit’s operations is important because these core values allow donors to better understand the purpose of the organization.
Role of Board Treasurer in a Nonprofit
The expectations and underrated role of a board treasurer for a nonprofit organization vary widely. The treasurer of a nonprofit is usually appointed by the members of that organization’s board, and the position requires financial expertise as well as dedication, time and patience.
Don’t FALL Into Fraud
One of the best ways to protect an organization from fraud is by staying proactive when determining risk areas and properly addressing these areas to limit opportunities for fraud. The fraud triangle suggests that 3 key elements are required for an individual to commit fraud.
The Importance of Reading Your Organization’s 990
Annually, nonprofits must file the appropriate type of Form 990 tax return. What would a potential donor think if they read the organization’s tax return online through sites such as www.guidestar.org?