Thursday, August 16, 2007
San Luis Obispo County’s website | 08/16/2007 | Nonprofit Strategies: Nonprofits build credibility on solid financial footing
San Luis Obispo County’s website | 08/16/2007 | Nonprofit Strategies: Nonprofits build credibility on solid financial footing: "Nonprofit Strategies: Nonprofits build credibility on solid financial footing By Barry VanderKelen The fifth anniversary of the signing of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act was observed July 30. The law was enacted to rebuild public trust in accounting and reporting practices of corporations after a series of high-profile scandals. California has become a leader in applying Sarbanes-Oxley to nonprofits. In 2004, California enacted the Nonprofit Integrity Act, or NIA, that is based on Sarbanes-Oxley. The aim is to strengthen accountability and oversight of charitable organizations as well as the solicitation campaigns that commercial fundraising firms are hired to do. Many of the provisions of this act apply only to nonprofits that have gross revenue of $2 million or more. Educational institutions, religious organizations, hospitals, licensed health care service plans and cemeteries are exempt. In San Luis Obispo County, approximately 1 percent of the nonprofits are affected by NIA."
Monday, August 13, 2007
The Herald Bulletin - NANCY VAUGHAN: Nonprofits seek to extend 'Public Good IRA Rollover Act'
The Herald Bulletin - NANCY VAUGHAN: Nonprofits seek to extend 'Public Good IRA Rollover Act': "NANCY VAUGHAN: Nonprofits seek to extend 'Public Good IRA Rollover Act' Nearly 900 nonprofits from every state in the country have endorsed legislation that is expected to add millions of additional charitable donations in support of programs and services that improve lives. Last August, a limited version of the IRA Charitable Rollover was enacted as part of the Pension Protection Act (P.L. 109-280), bringing in more than $75 million in contributions during its first four months. That bill is scheduled to expire at the end of 2007."
Wednesday, August 08, 2007
Ads in school? Some don't buy it - Framingham, MA - The MetroWest Daily News
Ads in school? Some don't buy it - Framingham, MA - The MetroWest Daily News: "To some advertisers, though, it might be a chance to market their products to a captive audience for as many as eight hours a day, and state Rep. Peter Koutoujian says it has to stop.
A bill filed by the Waltham Democrat, and approved last week by the Legislature's Public Health Committee, essentially would ban all advertising from public schools. However, not all school officials agree with the bill."
A bill filed by the Waltham Democrat, and approved last week by the Legislature's Public Health Committee, essentially would ban all advertising from public schools. However, not all school officials agree with the bill."
Monday, August 06, 2007
MailTribune.com: 'Fill the Boot' gets the boot
MailTribune.com: 'Fill the Boot' gets the boot: "When it comes to enforcing the law, Medford police Chief Randy Schoen doesn't play favorites.
A repeal of the Oregon state law that allowed firefighters to solicit spare change and dollar bills as part of their 'Fill the Boot' fundraising campaigns forces police officers to carry out enforcement of the law at the intersection of Highway 62 and Cardinal Avenue, a location that has been used by Medford firefighters during the fundraiser in past years.
Lance Gray, president of the local firefighters union board, spoke to Schoen and the Medford City Council on Thursday to discuss a possible exemption and other solutions that would allow firefighters to conduct their charity drive.
'They've asked for our input so they can have a safe and successful campaign,' Schoen said. 'It has to be legal and it has to be safe. We would be negligent if we'd told them anything else.'"
A repeal of the Oregon state law that allowed firefighters to solicit spare change and dollar bills as part of their 'Fill the Boot' fundraising campaigns forces police officers to carry out enforcement of the law at the intersection of Highway 62 and Cardinal Avenue, a location that has been used by Medford firefighters during the fundraiser in past years.
Lance Gray, president of the local firefighters union board, spoke to Schoen and the Medford City Council on Thursday to discuss a possible exemption and other solutions that would allow firefighters to conduct their charity drive.
'They've asked for our input so they can have a safe and successful campaign,' Schoen said. 'It has to be legal and it has to be safe. We would be negligent if we'd told them anything else.'"
Friday, August 03, 2007
sonomanews.com
sonomanews.com: "A bill designed to encourage winetasting fundraisers was signed into law by Gov. Schwarzenegger on July 27."
Thursday, August 02, 2007
Rocky Mountain News - Denver and Colorado's reliable source for breaking news, sports and entertainment: Other Business
Rocky Mountain News - Denver and Colorado's reliable source for breaking news, sports and entertainment: Other Business: "Colorado's nonprofit sector has proposed a set of self-regulatory guidelines in the wake of recent scrutiny at both the state and federal level.
The trade group representing Colorado nonprofits has circulated a draft seeking comment on topics ranging from discouraging pay for board members to encouraging agencies to conduct annual reviews of their CEOs."
The trade group representing Colorado nonprofits has circulated a draft seeking comment on topics ranging from discouraging pay for board members to encouraging agencies to conduct annual reviews of their CEOs."
Tuesday, July 31, 2007
New law to speed state's payments to nonprofits
New law to speed state's payments to nonprofits: "New law to speed state's payments to nonprofits
By HEMA EASLEY
THE JOURNAL NEWS
(Original publication: July 31, 2007)
It is not unusual for the Association for the Visually Impaired to wait several months before it is reimbursed for services it has provided to clients, says its executive director, Laura Geberth.
Last year, nine months passed before the Commission for the Blind and Visually Handicapped paid up for contracted services, and Geberth had to dip into other funds to pay staff. That's not as bad as having to take out a loan to make payments, which the nonprofit agency has had to do in the past, Geberth said."
By HEMA EASLEY
THE JOURNAL NEWS
(Original publication: July 31, 2007)
It is not unusual for the Association for the Visually Impaired to wait several months before it is reimbursed for services it has provided to clients, says its executive director, Laura Geberth.
Last year, nine months passed before the Commission for the Blind and Visually Handicapped paid up for contracted services, and Geberth had to dip into other funds to pay staff. That's not as bad as having to take out a loan to make payments, which the nonprofit agency has had to do in the past, Geberth said."
Monday, July 30, 2007
Federal Times
Federal Times: "CFC donations set new record in 2006
July 27, 2007
Federal employees donated more than $271 million to various charity organizations during the 2006 Combined Federal Campaign, the Office of Personnel Management said July 26.
The 2006 season marked the fourth straight year CFC collection records were broken, OPM said."
July 27, 2007
Federal employees donated more than $271 million to various charity organizations during the 2006 Combined Federal Campaign, the Office of Personnel Management said July 26.
The 2006 season marked the fourth straight year CFC collection records were broken, OPM said."
Friday, July 27, 2007
bizjournals.com Business News: Law signed on nonprofit, government pacts - MSN Money
bizjournals.com Business News: Law signed on nonprofit, government pacts - MSN Money: "A new state law will ease the government contracting process for nonprofit organizations.
Gov. Eliot Spitzer signed legislation Thursday reforming how the state contracts with nonprofits. The intent is to improve accountability and timeliness in the process used by state agencies."
Gov. Eliot Spitzer signed legislation Thursday reforming how the state contracts with nonprofits. The intent is to improve accountability and timeliness in the process used by state agencies."
Friday, July 20, 2007
Provena appeals to keep its charity tax breaks -- chicagotribune.com
Provena appeals to keep its charity tax breaks -- chicagotribune.com: "Provena appeals to keep its charity tax breaks
By Bruce Japsen | Tribune staff reporter
8:13 AM CDT, July 20, 2007
SPRINGFIELD - Advocates for the uninsured and the nation's hospital industry are paying close attention to a state circuit courtroom in Sangamon County today Friday where Chicago-area hospital operator Provena Health is trying to get its property tax exemption restored at a facility in Urbana."
By Bruce Japsen | Tribune staff reporter
8:13 AM CDT, July 20, 2007
SPRINGFIELD - Advocates for the uninsured and the nation's hospital industry are paying close attention to a state circuit courtroom in Sangamon County today Friday where Chicago-area hospital operator Provena Health is trying to get its property tax exemption restored at a facility in Urbana."
Thursday, July 19, 2007
St. Helena Star .::. LocalBusiness
St. Helena Star .::. LocalBusiness: "Senate OKs Evans' non-profit wine bill
Thursday, July 19, 2007 12:19 AM PDT
The State Senate passed a bill Monday to allow more vintners to donate and pour their wines at non-profit fund-raisers"
Thursday, July 19, 2007 12:19 AM PDT
The State Senate passed a bill Monday to allow more vintners to donate and pour their wines at non-profit fund-raisers"
Tuesday, July 17, 2007
Glebe plans to appeal ruling on tax-exempt status - Roanoke.com
Glebe plans to appeal ruling on tax-exempt status - Roanoke.com: "Glebe plans to appeal ruling on tax-exempt status
The facility's parent company will ask the Virginia Supreme Court to review the case.
By Jay Conley
981-3114
Virginia Baptist Homes will file an appeal with the Virginia Supreme Court asking it to reverse a Circuit Court judge's ruling that The Glebe, an upscale Botetourt County retirement community, does not meet state tax-exempt guidelines as a religious or benevolent organization.
'We are optimistic that the Supreme Court will hear our case and confirm what we believe, that the operation of The Glebe is indeed benevolent and religious, and that it is entitled to the exemption granted to Virginia Baptist Homes by the General Assembly,' said Randall Robinson, Virginia Baptist Home's president."
The facility's parent company will ask the Virginia Supreme Court to review the case.
By Jay Conley
981-3114
Virginia Baptist Homes will file an appeal with the Virginia Supreme Court asking it to reverse a Circuit Court judge's ruling that The Glebe, an upscale Botetourt County retirement community, does not meet state tax-exempt guidelines as a religious or benevolent organization.
'We are optimistic that the Supreme Court will hear our case and confirm what we believe, that the operation of The Glebe is indeed benevolent and religious, and that it is entitled to the exemption granted to Virginia Baptist Homes by the General Assembly,' said Randall Robinson, Virginia Baptist Home's president."
Monday, July 16, 2007
News-Leader.com | Updates - News
News-Leader.com | Updates - News: "Gov. Matt Blunt announced today that the Missouri Department of Economic Development has approved roughly $1.8 million in Neighborhood Assistance Program tax credits for eight Missouri not-for-profit organizations."
Thursday, July 12, 2007
Archives: Story-New law eases paperwork for charities with limited gaming
Archives: Story: "New law eases paperwork for charities with limited gaming
Charities that operate only limited gaming for fund-raising now have less paperwork, thanks to legislation supported by Governor Ernie Fletcher and passed by the 2007 Kentucky General Assembly. The legislation, House Bill 156, took effect June 26."
Charities that operate only limited gaming for fund-raising now have less paperwork, thanks to legislation supported by Governor Ernie Fletcher and passed by the 2007 Kentucky General Assembly. The legislation, House Bill 156, took effect June 26."
Monday, July 09, 2007
The NonProfitTimes - eNewsletter-U.S. Supreme Court OKs Advocacy And Faith Funding
From the Nonprofit Times Weekly eNewsletter
The NonProfitTimes - eNewsletter: "July 9, 2007
U.S. Supreme Court OKs Advocacy And Faith Funding
Both faith-based and secular charities were on the winning side of decisions made by the U.S. Supreme Court as it handed down its ruling before recessing for the summer."
The NonProfitTimes - eNewsletter: "July 9, 2007
U.S. Supreme Court OKs Advocacy And Faith Funding
Both faith-based and secular charities were on the winning side of decisions made by the U.S. Supreme Court as it handed down its ruling before recessing for the summer."
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