Legal Compliance & Transparency

Dissolving a nonprofit organization can be a difficult and emotional process, but there are steps you can take to ensure that the process of winding down your nonprofit is as smooth as possible (National Council of Nonprofits).

Finding quality images to use in your nonprofit's marketing or fundrasing materials is made easier by snapping your own shots. However, it's important to get permission before using your constituent's image (photo and video) or testimonial in your own marketing. This resource provides a sample policy you may adapt for your organization.

Explanation of qualified sponsorship payments that don't count as unrelated business income. (IRS)

Publication 598 - Unrelated Trade or Business

Even the most organized and responsible nonprofit board needs to document its activities, internal rules, and processes. BoardSource's infographic, Must-Have Board Documents, outlines the documents to which your board needs to pay attention.

Download and adapt this sample sexual harassment policy for your organization.

Survivors of sexual harassment and assault have pushed the envelope with the courageous #MeToo and #TimesUp campaigns. Bold truth-telling through social media and technology has changed how allegations get reported and how organizations must respond. In fact, the federal government issued a report in its own words to "reboot workplace harassment efforts." A lot has changed with public and enforcement agency expectations for what organizations should be doing.

Adapt this template called, "Confidentiality Agreement for Service on the Search and Transition Committee" from the North Carolina Center for Nonprofits to help committee members be clear about the do's and don'ts around their committee work.

The Tax Cuts & Jobs Act, signed into law by the President on December 22, 2017. This resource hightlights how the new federal tax law affects charitable nonprofits will be updated as additional information and guidance becomes available. (National Council of Nonprofits)

The Guidebook for Boards of Directors of North Carolina Nonprofit Corporations provides an overview of the role and responsibilities as a board member of a North Carolina nonprofit, including a primer on nonprofit organizations, essential elements of a nonprofit board, duties and liabilities of nonprofit board members, and the basics of tax exemption.

©2008 North Carolina Center for Nonprofit Organizations, Inc.

Employment Law for North Carolina Nonprofits: A Handbook for Managers and Board Members of Nonprofit Organizations describes the major state and federal employment law requirements that apply to private, nonprofit organizations and offers suggestions for adopting personnel practices that reduce exposure to costly litigation and produce a more productive workforce.

©2008 North Carolina Center for Nonprofit Organizations, Inc.