Fundraising and Grants

Posted on November 20, 2017, by Harbor Compliance in Fundraising and Grants, Nonprofit Compliance.

When you need more time, energy, or boots on the ground to realize your fundraising goals, bringing in a fundraising counsel or professional solicitor can provide welcome reinforcement. Yet hiring outside fundraising help imposes specific charitable solicitation registration requirements on … Read more

Posted on October 25, 2017, by Harbor Compliance in Fundraising and Grants, Nonprofit Compliance.

Updated December 2020

If your nonprofit raises funds, charitable solicitation registration is central to your success, opening the door to grant and outreach opportunities and publicly demonstrating your commitment to good stewardship. In addition, meeting fundraising requirements is a primary … Read more

Posted on October 19, 2017, by Harbor Compliance in Fundraising and Grants, Nonprofit Compliance.

The path to meeting regulatory requirements isn’t always a clear or easy one. For small nonprofits, just finding out what state and federal regulations apply to their operations can be a challenge. As nonprofits grow, keeping up with charitable solicitation … Read more

Posted on October 6, 2017, by Harbor Compliance in Fundraising and Grants, Nonprofit Compliance.

Can you register for fundraising on your own? Absolutely. Is it a good idea? That depends. In this Q&A, two fundraising compliance experts weigh in. Ify Aduba, nonprofit compliance specialist, and Brock Klinger, nonprofit account manager, discuss what it takes to … Read more

Posted on September 26, 2017, by Harbor Compliance in Fundraising and Grants, Nonprofit Compliance.

Numerous studies have shown that consumers are actively shopping for brands that support good causes. In a recent survey by Cone Communications, 89 percent of consumers said they would switch brands to one that is associated with a good cause, … Read more

Posted on August 14, 2017, by Harbor Compliance in Fundraising and Grants, Nonprofit Compliance.

Sure, you know that working with a compliance provider can help streamline operations for your nonprofit. But a proactive approach is worth so much more than that. As the old adage goes, an ounce … Read more

Posted on July 11, 2017, by Harbor Compliance in Fundraising and Grants, Nonprofit Compliance.

Sure, you know we offer compliance solutions for nonprofits of all shapes and sizes. But did you know we’ve published over 3,000 pieces of content about compliance?

To save you … Read more

Posted on June 27, 2017, by Harbor Compliance in Fundraising and Grants, Industry News, Nonprofit Compliance.

As summer temps soar, financial reporting and renewal requirements are turning up the heat even more!

Don’t let charitable solicitation registration renewals and fiscal year-end financial prep put … Read more

Posted on June 15, 2017, by Harbor Compliance in Fundraising and Grants, Nonprofit Compliance.

Updated January 2019

“An active and engaged board is important to the success of a public charity and compliance with the tax law.”         – Compliance Guide for 501 (c)(3) Public Charities, IRS.gov

Ready to apply for 501(c)(3) status, … Read more

Posted on May 2, 2017, by Harbor Compliance in Fundraising and Grants, Nonprofit Compliance.

Mark your calendars! If your nonprofit’s fiscal year ends on December 31, state charitable renewals are due starting May 15. Note that this coincides with the IRS Form 990 due date.

Most states require a copy of Form 990 to … Read more