by Nikki Semanchik | Sep 5, 2023 | Nonprofit Law
How to Determine Compensation for Key Nonprofit Employees Has your charitable organization reached a point where it is ready to begin compensating its key employees? If so, you should know that the process of determining an individual’s salary isn’t as simple as just...
by Nikki Semanchik | Aug 24, 2023 | Nonprofit Law
What is a “Friends Of” Organization? From feeding malnourished people in South Sudan to promoting gender equality in Afghanistan, nonprofits play a crucial role in the fight to improve the world – and US citizens are often keen to support their...
by Nikki Semanchik | Aug 14, 2023 | Nonprofit Law
If you have been paying attention to the news recently, you may have heard that Gov. Newsom signed AB 231 into law. But what exactly is this bill about? And what impact is it likely to have on your organization? Read on to find out: What Is AB 231? California Assembly...
by Nikki Semanchik | Apr 10, 2023 | Nonprofit Law
Does Your Nonprofit Need a Conflict of Interest Policy? As a leader of a nonprofit, you have a responsibility to ensure that everything you do is morally sound and legally compliant. As part of your efforts to achieve this goal, you may be wondering if your...
by Nikki Semanchik | Apr 10, 2023 | Nonprofit Law
What Do California Nonprofits Need to File Each Year? If you run a charitable organization in the state of California, you probably already know that you must file paperwork with the government every year in order to maintain your tax-exempt status. But what exactly...
by Nikki Semanchik | Dec 15, 2022 | Nonprofit Law
Have you wondered if a Nonprofit can change names? Yes. In fact, every year, hundreds of nonprofit organizations in California change their name. They do so for a variety of reasons, including: The name is easily confused with another The name no longer being...
by Nikki Semanchik | Dec 15, 2022 | Nonprofit Law
Can Nonprofit Board Members Get Paid? When founding nonprofit organizations in California, many people ask if they can compensate their board members. It is a reasonable question, especially if the board intends to dedicate a significant portion of its income to the...
by Nikki Semanchik | Oct 3, 2022 | Nonprofit Law
Have you been searching for a way to use your assets to support your favorite nonprofit organization after you pass away? If so, you might want to consider setting up a charitable trust. Trusts of this nature will allow you and your family to help your community while...
by Nikki Semanchik | May 12, 2022 | Nonprofit Law
The Pros and Cons of Fiscal Sponsorships There are many pros and cons of fiscal sponsorship. Forming a nonprofit organization in the state of California can be complicated and time-consuming. If you would like to engage in charitable activities and solicit...
by Nikki Semanchik | Apr 25, 2022 | Nonprofit Law
Best Practices for Acknowledging Charitable Contributions Does your San Diego nonprofit accept donations from the general public? If so, you may be wondering how you should acknowledge their generous gifts. Luckily, the Semanchik Law Group is here to provide you with...
