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To the Point Question of the Week - February 2-9, 2010
Our 501(c)(3) retirement center often receives a gift like a lift chair or motorized wheelchair when a resident passes on. The gift usually comes when a family member is clearing out the person's apartment. To whom should we acknowledge the gift? Should it not be from 'the estate of the deceased' if the item was in their possession at time of death - regardless of who may have purchased it and/or when?
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| Court Refuses to Approve
Change in Purpose of Gift
When Hospital failed to show terms of original gift, Court was unwilling to decree a new purpose
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Court Dismisses Member’s
Effort to Overturn Election
Claims of retaliation, proxy irregularities and
poisonous atmosphere do not create cause of action
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Merger of Nonprofit into Other
Does Not Constitute “Closing”
Court denies constructive trust to hold property
to go to Township upon closing of ambulance company
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Court reverses deed to founder of charity, dissolves organization
Schools lack standing in trust litigation
Better view at condo not “personal benefit”
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Complaint of harassment and retaliation still fails
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Property used to “support” church not exempt
Religious community may not deduct food, medical care to members
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Ready Reference Page No. 110
Top Ten Policies and Practices for Nonprofit Organizations
Increased emphasis on transparency and accountability requires more formal attention to governance and administration
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Ready Reference pages are summaries
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Don Kramer answers readers questions.
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Does a very small, rural food pantry need a 501(c)(3) for the public to donate small amounts of cash or food? We have donors who would like to take their $25 donation as a charitable deduction on their income tax return.
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Tips on reducing risks of litigation and liability by Melanie Herman, Executive Director of the Nonprofit Risk Mangement Center, Washington, D.C.
Governance Matters
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Strengthening the governance practices at your nonprofit requires more than a checklist or handbook touting “do’s” and “don’ts.” Leaders who want to inspire good governance must take the time necessary to look beneath the surface of often complex governance issues and commit to remedying issues that stand in the way of the board discharging its legal duties and providing exemplary leadership.
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Clear explanations of financial and accounting
issues for nonprofits.
Behind the Numbers
When Is a Contribution Not a Contribution?
By Eric Fraint
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Congratulations! Your organization just received a major contribution. But wait, your accountant or auditor says it is not a contribution; it is an exchange transaction. What does this mean to you and why should you care?
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