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End of Fiscal Year Nonprofit Compliance: Budget Considerations

End of Fiscal Year Nonprofit Compliance: Budget Considerations

End of Fiscal Year Nonprofit Compliance: Budget Considerations

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Posted on May 17, 2021, by Harbor Compliance in Nonprofit Compliance.

For most nonprofits, the end of the fiscal year is reserved for strategic planning for the upcoming year. During this time, organizations establish budgets and means by which to fund and grow their impact. Many organizations have adopted online fundraising … Read more

U.S. Supreme Court to Hear California Donor Disclosure Case

U.S. Supreme Court to Hear California Donor Disclosure Case

U.S. Supreme Court to Hear California Donor Disclosure Case

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Posted on April 1, 2021, by Harbor Compliance in Industry News, Nonprofit Compliance.

On July 1, 2021, the Supreme Court ruled in favor of the challengers, striking California’s requirement that organizations file Form 990 Schedule B with their annual solicitation registrations. Visit this post for more information.

In April 2021, the Supreme Court … Read more

New York Creates Additional Reporting Requirements for Soliciting Nonprofit Organizations

New York Creates Additional Reporting Requirements for Soliciting Nonprofit Organizations

New York Creates Additional Reporting Requirements for Soliciting Nonprofit Organizations

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Posted on March 22, 2021, by Harbor Compliance in Industry News, Nonprofit Compliance.

Update for November 12, 2021: New York Gov. Hochul has signed S4817a/A1141a, which repeals the redundant Department of State filing requirement.

Effective January 1, 2021, many nonprofit organizations that register with the New York Attorney General – Charities Bureau will … Read more

In a COVID-19 World, Do You Know Who Your Registered Agents Are?

In a COVID-19 World, Do You Know Who Your Registered Agents Are?

In a COVID-19 World, Do You Know Who Your Registered Agents Are?

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Posted on March 2, 2021, by James Gilmer in Business Compliance, Registered Agent.

In every state, business entities such as LLCs need to appoint a registered agent when they form or register. The registered agent’s job is to receive service of process at its physical location and forward it to the organization it … Read more

Insurance 101: How to Get Licensed as an Insurance Agent

Insurance 101: How to Get Licensed as an Insurance Agent

Insurance 101: How to Get Licensed as an Insurance Agent

Posted on January 15, 2021, by Emily Lazration in Business Compliance.

The insurance industry offers plenty of rewarding career opportunities. As an insurance agent, not only will you work to protect your clients from various risks, but you’ll have the chance to advance your career and earn money. 

It’s important to … Read more

Nonprofit Sector Update: 2020 NAAG/NASCO Conference

Nonprofit Sector Update: 2020 NAAG/NASCO Conference

Nonprofit Sector Update: 2020 NAAG/NASCO Conference

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Posted on December 14, 2020, by Harbor Compliance in Industry News, Nonprofit Compliance.

November 17th and 18th, 2020, marked the public sessions of the annual NAAG/NASCO Conference. Harbor Compliance is a proud yearly attendee of the NAAG/NASCO conference. We are committed to discussing the biggest challenges facing the sector with state regulators so … Read more

Giving Tuesday 2021: Resources for Nonprofit and Donor Success

Giving Tuesday 2021: Resources for Nonprofit and Donor Success

Giving Tuesday 2021: Resources for Nonprofit and Donor Success

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Posted on October 30, 2020, by Harbor Compliance in Industry News, Nonprofit Compliance.

Every year, on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving, the world joins together for a day of global giving. On that day, Giving Tuesday, we lift one another up. We share a message of unity and hope. Nonprofits and donors partner to … Read more

Contracts: An Important Tool for Minimizing Risk in Construction

Contracts: An Important Tool for Minimizing Risk in Construction

Contracts: An Important Tool for Minimizing Risk in Construction

Posted on October 27, 2020, by Patrick Hogan in Business Compliance.

Minimizing risk involves doing everything within your power to diminish the possibility of an unfavorable circumstance and its probable effects. 

The ability of construction contractors, subcontractors and clients to manage risks contributes largely to the success of a project. To … Read more

Fundraising in the Time of COVID-19

Fundraising in the Time of COVID-19

Fundraising in the Time of COVID-19

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Posted on October 12, 2020, by Harbor Compliance in Fundraising and Grants, Nonprofit Compliance.

Why nonprofits shouldn’t panic about fundraising during the global pandemic.

The world has been struggling to find a safe new normal as we enter the half-year marker of the COVID-19 pandemic. Many industries have faced unprecedented challenges trying to protect … Read more

9 Tips to Transitioning Your Fundraising Online

9 Tips to Transitioning Your Fundraising Online

9 Tips to Transitioning Your Fundraising Online

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By necessity, nonprofits must look to move their fundraising online to continue serving their communities. Many charities struggle with the resources or know-how to be able to transition their fundraising online seamlessly.

It is understandable to feel anxious, apprehensive and … Read more