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Free Legal Services for Charities Anyone?

Tech Soup

Many law firms do much more pro bono work than 50 hours. TechSoup has had an ongoing relationship with the famous Silicon Valley law firm, Cooley LLP for several years. TechSoup’s Pro Bono Law Firm, Cooley LLP. They also offer a free online service where you can ask legal questions. LegalMatch is another free U.S.

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How to Responsibly Handle an Open Bar at Nonprofit Events

ASU Lodestar Center

If you're new to the NPO world, consult your state and local laws about social host liability. Even if you don't foresee regularly hosting fundraisers that serve alcohol, it's usually possible to obtain a temporary permit for the occasion in question. Provide Varied Menus and Activities.

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How to Responsibly Handle an Open Bar at Non-Profit Events

ASU Lodestar Center

If you're new to the NPO world, consult your state and local laws about social host liability. Even if you don't foresee regularly hosting fundraisers that serve alcohol, it's usually possible to obtain a temporary permit for the occasion in question. Provide Varied Menus and Activities.

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How Drones Are Being Used to Benefit Humankind

Tech Soup

Actually, that's not a dumb question. law enforcement agencies have been expanding their use of surveillance drones. Many local police departments like the one in Los Angeles are experimenting with them. Here is what we've found out about how drone technology is being used to benefit humanity.

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How Lessons Learned From Fighting Food Insecurity Can Help Your Nonprofit

Blue Avocado

At Nourish LA, we focus on the astounding amount of perfectly good food that gets thrown away every week, and we redirect it to our hungry Los Angeles communities. But part of what this means is going out into our communities and asking questions. Lesson 2: Understand the laws. What resources are being wasted?

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Preparing for the Next Disaster: The Future of #crisisdata

NTEN

"We can help prevent emergencies from becoming disasters," said Brian Humphrey of the Los Angeles Fire Department. There are still more questions than answers for response agencies right now, but we will continue to develop and share best practices together. Frequently, they are simply bystanders.

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The 2019 Best Nonprofit Conferences Calendar

The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters

The 36th Annual Nonprofit Organizations Institute will feature nationally recognized experts from private foundations, public charities, law, finance, and government discussing the latest tax, legislative and governance issues affecting nonprofit organizations. We know you've got questions. Philanthropy Southwest / Austin, TX / $675.

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