Posts by Melisa Beauchamp
Why Your Business Should Establish a Corporate Foundation
The Corporate Foundation: AMPLIFYING THE IMPACT OF YOUR PHILANTHROPIC INITIATIVES As the lines continue to blur between philanthropic and corporate goals, businesses continue to look for ways to increase the impact and overall strategic value of their interactions with the communities they serve. Establishing a corporate foundation is an excellent way to amplify giving and…
Read MoreThe Nonprofit Parking Tax Has Been Repealed
Thanks to a bipartisan effort in the U.S. House and Senate, the nonprofit parking tax (commonly referred to as the “Church Parking Tax”) was repealed. The repeal was included in the $1.4 trillion spending package signed by President Trump on Dec. 20, 2019. In December of 2017, President Trump signed into law the Tax Cuts…
Read MoreFive Key Changes to Tax Law That Will Affect Colleges and Universities
Colleges, universities and other nonprofits have plenty to digest when it comes to last year’s massive tax overhaul. Many of the details remain unclear as regulators work out the rules for implementing the law passed in late December. But the broad outlines are concrete and will lead to changes in how colleges, universities and other…
Read MoreNonprofits on Facebook: How to Keep Reaching People after the New Algorithm
Nonprofits love social media for the affordable exposure, particularly Facebook, with more than 200 million U.S. users. But non-profits on Facebook just got thrown a major curveball. Facebook has altered its algorithm, or the formula that decides what users see. The algorithm change means Facebook is now giving priority to posts from users’ friends and…
Read MoreTaxes on Fundraising Events: What Georgia Nonprofits Must Know
Tax-exempt organizations rely on dinners, auctions and other special events to raise money and awareness. But could these activities bring penalties for tax noncompliance? All nonprofits need to know about the taxes on fundraising activities in their state. So, evaluate your fundraising activities to determine if your nonprofit should collect sales tax and pay it…
Read More5 Things to Know about the Tax Reform Effect on Nonprofits and Universities
The recent federal tax law affects virtually every U.S. individual and business on a level not seen in decades. For charitable organizations, the tax reform effect on nonprofits could be detrimental. The law includes measures that will impact nonprofits, significantly amplifying the need for such organizations to modernize operations. Organizations must re-evaluate their strategic plans to overcome…
Read MoreAtlanta Nonprofit’s Best Fundraising Strategy: Tell a Good Story
Nonprofit founder and entrepreneur Eldredge Washington believes effective storytelling is the strongest fundraising strategy for nonprofit organizations.
Read MoreCrowdfunding for Nonprofits: Expand Your Digital Reach
Crowdfunding for nonprofits targets donors whose spending habits are driven by digital tools. Here’s how nonprofits can take advantage.
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