by Nikki Semanchik | Dec 10, 2021 | General Counsel, Nonprofit Law
Can Nonprofits Accept Crypto? The popularity of cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum has surged in recent years. It’s now common for people to buy everything from cars to laptops with these virtual tokens. As a result, you might be wondering whether your...
by Nikki Semanchik | Jun 14, 2021 | Nonprofit Law
How to Dissolve Your Nonprofit Organization Are you ready to dissolve your California nonprofit organization? If so, it is vital that you follow the correct winding down procedures. Failing to do so may result in fines and other penalties from the IRS. Most charities...
by Nikki Semanchik | Mar 12, 2021 | Nonprofit Law
Factors to Consider Before Merging with Another Nonprofit A nonprofit merger can be an excellent way to further your cause and serve more people. However, there are a variety of factors your board of directors should consider before pushing forward with a plan of this...
by Nikki Semanchik | Feb 26, 2021 | Nonprofit Law
Applying for a Sales Tax Exemption as a Poverty Relief Nonprofit Under California’s Sales and Use Tax Law, retailers who do business in the Golden State have to pay sales tax on just about every product they sell – unless the state grants them an...
by Nikki Semanchik | Feb 8, 2021 | Nonprofit Law
Understanding the Welfare Exemption From San Diego to Sacramento, organizations throughout California work tirelessly to keep their expenses low each year. Most accomplish this feat by reducing waste, automating processes, and negotiating more favorable rates with...
by Nikki Semanchik | Dec 18, 2020 | Nonprofit Law
Protect A Nonprofit – Nonprofit Success Planning You have spent years building your nonprofit into the success it is today. However, if you want to make sure it continues to serve your community long into the future, it is essential that you have a plan for what...
by Nikki Semanchik | Nov 1, 2020 | Nonprofit Law
How to Protect Your Nonprofit from Fraud and Embezzlement Tens of thousands of nonprofit organizations across the United States fall victim to fraud and embezzlement every year. According to a study by the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE), the median...
by Nikki Semanchik | Sep 9, 2020 | Nonprofit Law
Navigating Election Season and Following 501(c)(3) Election Rules In the run-up to Election Day, it is almost impossible to avoid seeing yard signs, billboards, and television commercials endorsing an assortment of candidates running for local, state, and federal...
by Nikki Semanchik | Jul 7, 2020 | Nonprofit Law
Expediting Disaster Relief Nonprofit Setup to Respond to a Crisis When tragedy strikes, it is human nature to want to help out in any way possible. Quite often, the best way to provide support to those in need is through dedicated disaster relief nonprofits. However,...
by Nikki Semanchik | Jun 5, 2020 | Nonprofit Law
A Primer on the Rules and Regulations of Tax Exemption for Fraternities and Sororities From San Diego State to the University of California, fraternities and sororities have held a special place in the hearts and minds of college students for more than a century....
