Reinstatement of Good Standing with Corporate and Tax Regulatory Agencies for California Nonprofit Public Benefit Corporations
Staying in good standing with the state of California and the IRS is an ongoing process. This free publication from Public Counsel, Guide for Reinstatement of Good Standing with Corporate and Tax Regulatory Agencies for California Nonprofit Public Benefit Corporations both outlines what you need to do to be compliant, and offers guidance if your organization has […]
Changing an Organization’s Name, Mission, Programs and Services, or Governing Rules
Is your organization thinking about changing its name, mission, programs and services, or governing rules? Some of these changes are routine, while others, if done improperly, could have unintended legal consequences, including revocation of tax-exempt status and inability to use previously donated funds for new programs. This free guide from Public Counsel, Notification Requirements for California Nonprofit Public […]
Raffles
A summary of key California regulations about raffles: In California, only nonprofit organizations can legally conduct raffles. Before holding a raffle, you must file a raffle registration form. You must also file an annual raffle report form that reports on the raffles your organization conducts in a given year. You cannot sell raffle tickets on the internet (though you can use the internet to tell people […]
Finding and Using Images for Your Nonprofit
Learn how to find photos online and know when you can legally use them for your own purposes There are plenty of images online that your organization or charity can use, but how do you find the best ones for your website, newsletter, or annual report? And how do you know if you need permission […]
California Local Lobbying
California City, County and Special District Local Lobby Ordinances In addition to complying with federal tax law and California state law regarding lobbying activities, organizations must know that certain cities, counties and special districts have separate laws regulating lobbying activities. Nonprofit organizations that engage in public policy advocacy in California may have reporting obligations under […]
