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Why Vulnerable Kids Depend on Government & Big Tech Getting Data Privacy Laws Right

Saleforce Nonprofit

Here’s why the data privacy conversation is about more than just keeping our messages confidential, and why IJM’s work — and the protection of millions of vulnerable children around the world — depends on governments and tech companies getting it right. A Leading Emerging Threat to Children Everywhere.

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The Unsung Hero in Fundraising Campaigns Isn’t Raffles—It’s Sweepstakes!

Nonprofit Tech for Good

But , raffle laws vary from state to state—in many states (13, the last time we checked), online raffles are flat-out illegal. Furthermore, raffles of any kind are 100% against the law in Alabama, Hawaii, and Utah. Terminology: Be careful never to use the word “raffle” when referring to your charity sweepstakes.

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Can A Check Dated In One Calendar Year Be Credited To A Different Calendar Year For Tax Deduction Purposes?

Bloomerang

But you don’t write the law, and you must stay within it. For starters, please allow me to refer you to a previous question I answered on this topic. You may be familiar with the expression “possession is 9/10ths of the law.” Well, when it comes to donations, possession is all of the law! But it’s a bit tricky.

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Building a Tech-Driven Legal Aid Network for the 21st Century

Saleforce Nonprofit

And in most civil cases (typically those covering issues of housing, family, and consumer law), people represent themselves because there is generally no right to legal counsel in civil matters. At that point, you might have your solution or you may be referred to a legal services partner specializing in your issue. Rosen, U.S.

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“Black & Proud”

M+R

They would say “people of color,” “BIPOC,” or my favorite (insert side-eye emoji) “diverse” when it was very clear that they were referring to Black people. Chances are good that you’ve felt her influence in our work with clients and causes already (she’s more and more a part of client teams these days). Say it loudly. Say it proudly.

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How to Create a Volunteer Handbook Your Volunteers Will Use

Get Fully Funded

Without a handbook, volunteers may feel disconnected and unsure of their role and responsibilities because once training is over, there are no materials for them to reference later. The volunteer handbook is the reference guide everyone needs so they know what they need to know and can focus on what they came to do: volunteer.

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Do You Need to Register to Fundraise Online? A Crash Course

Get Fully Funded

As a nonprofit leader, you are likely familiar with donation solicitation laws. However, given the specificity of the law, it is necessary to understand what counts as online donation solicitations and how crossing state lines can impact your online fundraisers. What is online fundraising? and Canada report preferring to give online.

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