An experienced 501(C)(3) nonprofit law attorney and a prominent author on succession planning will jointly present on what nonprofits should be doing to prepare for leadership change. What are the legal frameworks? What are the important legal and organizational considerations …

Succession Planning: What Your Nonprofit Should Be Considering for Leadership Change Read more »

This event was originally scheduled for February 9. Registration*: Registration for this event is now closed. We will be hosting the same event in Framingham on April 13. You may view more information here. Please contact Machiko Sano Hewitt with any …

[Originally Feb. 9] Lobbying, Advocacy & Political Activities for 501(c)(3) entities in an Election Year Read more »

Breakfast and networking from 8:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. A buffet of pastries, fruit, juices, coffee and tea will be available. Please scroll down to “Registration” to sign up for this event. Many nonprofits have intellectual property assets and don’t know …

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This event has been postponed due to the winter storm. The new date is February 25 from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at Boston Private. You can register via the updated event page or using the link below. Registration*: Click here. Please RSVP by …

[POSTPONED UNTIL 2/25] Lobbying, Advocacy & Political Activities for 501(c)(3) entities in an Election Year Read more »

Please scroll down to Registration to register for this event.  Are you a leader of an existing nonprofit organization or have an interest in creating a new one? Do you have questions and concerns about incorporating and/or filing for tax-exempt status?  …

Nonprofit Incorporation Workshop (Boston Public Library) Read more »

It was June of 2013 and Leah Okimoto and her husband, Dan Schneider, had just lost their infant son, Aaron, to complications resulting from his premature birth. In the midst of their grief, the couple agreed they wanted to find …

Growing through giving: Local nonprofit helps young kids make a difference Read more »

Please scroll down to Registration and Payment to register and pay for this event. Are you a leader of an existing nonprofit organization or have an interest in creating a new one? Do you have questions and concerns about incorporating and/or …

Nonprofit Incorporation Workshop Read more »

Please scroll down to Registration and Payment to register and pay for this event. This two-hour workshop offers an overview of compliance requirements with various government agencies and practical tips for nascent nonprofits to help ensure they will maintain not-for-profit …

How to Maintain Not-for-Profit Status (Part II to our Nonprofit Incorporation Workshop) Read more »

A 2-hour, interactive seminar led by a tax-exempt organization specialist.  The Agenda includes: Role of the Board, Director Duties, Board Composition, Board Procedures, Policies, Other Compliance Issues and Director Liability. Presenters: Maura Murphy, Esq., Rackemann, Sawyer & Brewster Registration*: Registration for this …

Corporate Governance for 501(c)(3) Organizations and their Board Members Read more »

Two experts in nonprofit and tax-exempt organization law will lead a comprehensive 2.5 hour on how to form a nonprofit organization with 501(c)(3) public charity status. Carolyn Osteen, Esq., recently retired from Ropes & Gray LLP, specialized in this area …

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