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| I am on the board of a nonprofit and hate it. What should I do? | 9/3/2008 | Peter Brinckerhoff |
Q: I joined the board of a tiny nonprofit of which I was a volunteer about a year ago. I love the cause ...
A: "Jane" thanks for your question. You're certainly in a tough position, but one shared by lots of ...
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| local fundraiser | 8/6/2008 | Shelley Huff |
Q: A colleague of mine has a 5 year old little boy who is Autistic. Her son qualifies for a therapy ...
A: sorry it appears these had been going to my spam folder... I am unsure what your state rules are... ...
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| mandatory fundraisers | 8/2/2008 | Shelley Huff |
Q: My sons are in a youth football league. We pay for them to participate in the league. Last year, the ...
A: the computer has been sending these to spam folder... If it is a club I guess they can institute it ...
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| Board of Directors, Non-profit Organizations | 7/25/2008 | Peter Brinckerhoff |
Q: I am a Board member of a 501 3c non-profit in California. Our Organizations "net worth" is probably ...
A: Jon, great question, thanks. A number of things to consider... First, check with the California ...
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| Raffle fundraiser | 7/20/2008 | Shelley Huff |
Q: I'm with a 4-H group, I'm in charge of organizing a raffle. We have a budget for $500.00 to purchase ...
A: When calling to make the arrangements just tell them you need the total costs and what it is for. ...
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| non-profit donations for goods | 7/12/2008 | Wayne E. Groner |
Q: We are 501c3 non-profit with newly acquired website. We would like to offer our resources (books, ...
A: I'm still a little fuzzy on what you're asking, GIL, but I'll try to answer. If I'm reading you ...
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| Fund raisers/donations | 7/9/2008 | Wayne E. Groner |
Q: We are looking to raise money for a friend who is getting ready to have a much needed brain surgery. ...
A: Gidget. I'm not knowledgeable in the laws of Nevada. Nevada's Secretary of State or Attorney ...
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| church building funds | 6/8/2008 | Wayne E. Groner |
Q: Groner, I just read your response to a person asking about the legality of a church using building ...
A: Bruce. The switch would be legal and unethical. You risk three unwanted results when you use ...
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| Benefit Dance | 6/4/2008 | Shelley Huff |
Q: We want to have a benefit dance for a friend. Her boyfriend just died of cancer and they were in a ...
A: I have seen this done in my area, but I have learned that for this area if you do it as a public ...
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| Staff contract | 6/2/2008 | Peter Brinckerhoff |
Q: I run a non-profit camp and we are looking to hire a year round careteaker. As part of the ...
A: Rich. Sorry it took so long to get back to you. Since I'm not an attorney, I can't give you direct ...
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| schoolarship | 5/31/2008 | Steve Wilkerson |
Q: How can I get a schoolarship for my sister who desires to get a master degree in animal production? ...
A: I think you can answer this with an Internet search for Hispanic scholarships or Scholarships in ...
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| non profit incentives | 5/8/2008 | Steve Wilkerson |
Q: I am a director/facilitator for a small non-profit organization. My salary is average for my ...
A: I would urge you not to seek a percentage of the funds raised. The Association of Fundraising ...
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| non profit incentives | 5/8/2008 | Rob Taylor |
Q: I am a director/facilitator for a small non-profit organization. My salary is average for my ...
A: According to the National Association of Fundraising Professionals, it is unethical for you to take ...
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| non profit incentives | 5/8/2008 | Shelley Huff |
Q: I am a director/facilitator for a small non-profit organization. My salary is average for my ...
A: Well that is a tough one, generally you can't find anything because though we all wish that we could ...
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| non profit incentives | 5/8/2008 | Wayne E. Groner |
Q: I am a director/facilitator for a small non-profit organization. My salary is average for my ...
A: Dusty. Compensating nonprofit fundraisers based on the amount they raise is frowned upon by most ...
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| Public Access to Board Meetings | 4/30/2008 | Peter Brinckerhoff |
Q: I work for a small non-profit in southern New Jersey and am having a hard time discerning whether or ...
A: Karen. Great question, and let me answer as best I can and give you a definitive resource. First, ...
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| Collecting Donations WITHOUT Non-profit Status | 4/27/2008 | Shelley Huff |
Q: We are a committee in our town, appointed by our Town Council that has been "approved" to put in a ...
A: Sorry about the late reply, I was out.... A Dog Park, how exciting.... you can pretty much bet that ...
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| Church | 4/20/2008 | Wayne E. Groner |
Q: A church member has requested use of our church facilities to operate her private business and the ...
A: Your church can issue a letter-receipt for just about any kind of gift under just about any ...
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| Church "Fundraiser" | 4/19/2008 | Wayne E. Groner |
Q: A church member has requested use of our church facilities to operate her private business and the ...
A: Mark. Yes, your church can give letters to anyone noting a tax-deductible gift. I would advise ...
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| Board member responsibility | 4/17/2008 | Peter Brinckerhoff |
Q: I'm on the board of a small Oregon 5013c. At our last board meeting we discussed amending the ...
A: Kerry, first I am SO sorry this took so long---I did receive the message on time and it got lost in ...
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| new donor acquisitions | 4/14/2008 | Rob Taylor |
Q: what is the industry standard for the average giving percentage of a new donor acquisition direct ...
A: Your question is a bit complicated but let me give it a try. The industry standard, or goal, is to ...
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| mandatory fundraising | 4/8/2008 | Shelley Huff |
Q: - Can you tell me if there are any guidelines to follow with "mandatory fundraising". I have ...
A: Legally I am not sure... usually the term "mandatory fundraising" refers to... if you are going to ...
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| fundraising | 4/4/2008 | Wayne E. Groner |
Q: DO YOU HAVE TO HAVE A LICENSE TO DO FUNDRAISING IN DC.
A: Rosetta. You should check with your city's business licensing department. Some states require ...
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| attrition rate calculation | 4/2/2008 | Rob Taylor |
Q: When calculating donor attrition rate, do you figure in donors that you don't re-solicit i.e. ...
A: Asking donors for more than one gift is a solid procedure for a successful fundraising program. One ...
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| attrition rate calculation | 3/29/2008 | Rob Taylor |
Q: When calculating donor attrition rate, do you figure in donors that you don't re-solicit i.e. ...
A: Although I am not familiar with the retention rates achieved by Greek Foundations, it is my strong ...
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| attrition rate standards | 3/27/2008 | Shelley Huff |
Q: what is the industry standard for attrition rates for the following types of non-profits? Higher Ed ...
A: Researching this question will take some time to research but if it were me I would start ...
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| attrition rate calculation | 3/27/2008 | Rob Taylor |
Q: When calculating donor attrition rate, do you figure in donors that you don't re-solicit i.e. ...
A: I believe more calculations are better. I'd do it both ways with the understanding I'm always ...
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| directory | 3/24/2008 | Shelley Huff |
Q: What resource(s)/directory(ies) contains individual, institutional prospects and/or foundations ...
A: In the resource section of the library you will find directories of that nature, there are different ...
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| directory | 3/24/2008 | Steve Wilkerson |
Q: What resource(s)/directory(ies) contains individual, institutional prospects and/or foundations ...
A: The Foundation Center publishes, online and in print, the Foundation Directory, an essential ...
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| One Time Fundraiser | 3/19/2008 | Steve Wilkerson |
Q: A friend at work has breast cancer and we are having a benefit for her. Do you know if I have to get ...
A: Your best bet I think is to ask a friendly charity to act as your "fiscal agent" and ask the local ...
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| High School Travel Club Fundraising | 3/18/2008 | Shelley Huff |
Q: What would be considered a normal turnaround time for students/parents to receive ...
A: I may not be much help on this one, but typically I have only heard of the student getting payment ...
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| Incorporation and 501(c)(3) Status | 3/7/2008 | Wayne E. Groner |
Q: Mr. Groner - I enjoy reading your answers and admire your willingness to share your expertise. ...
A: As you have noted, Joy, it is not a prerequisite, but it is highly desirable. Many individuals, ...
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| Disclosure of contribution to non-profit | 3/7/2008 | Wayne E. Groner |
Q: I am attempting to find out how much money a major real estate company has contributed to a local ...
A: Elliotte. There is no legal requirement that I know of, state or federal, that causes nonprofits to ...
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| How to set up a fundfaiser | 2/25/2008 | Shelley Huff |
Q: We are a new spice company and have a wonderful idea to approach schools and local churches with our ...
A: Sorry I somehow missed this email.... if you are doing a bbq then you can have the school or church ...
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| Fundraiser tax question | 2/21/2008 | Shelley Huff |
Q: My girlfriend has breast cancer. I want to do a fundraiser for her. Someone mentioned opening a bank ...
A: yes you will have to contact the Att Gen. and set up a foundation if you wish to ensure that it is ...
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| Informal Fundraising | 2/11/2008 | Rob Taylor |
Q: I am associated with a cheerleading gym and some of the parents want to give the kids the ...
A: You don't need to become a non-profit organization, recognized by the IRS, to raise funds BUT ...
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| Grant writer compensation | 2/4/2008 | Wayne E. Groner |
Q: I have written a grant proposal for a local non profit organization that has received a fair amount ...
A: Nikki. Payment for writing grant applications should be based on the amount of work performed for ...
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| School contributions | 2/4/2008 | Steve Wilkerson |
Q: My question is this: A public school drama club is invited to participate in an international ...
A: Sorry to have missed the point. I don't see any problem at all with the contributions you describe. ...
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| School contributions | 1/31/2008 | Steve Wilkerson |
Q: My question is this: A public school drama club is invited to participate in an international ...
A: Please pardon me for being so slow to respond. For whatever its worth, I am behind in other work ...
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| intellectual property | 1/31/2008 | Peter Brinckerhoff |
Q: I am executive director of a nonprofit. We are all working volunteers. I own a software program that ...
A: Understanding that I am NOT an attorney, here is my answer: 1. Get an attorney---really, that's ...
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