118: Playing Fairy Godmother | Choosing a Successor Organization in a Nonprofit Dissolution

Welcome to another episode of Charity Therapy! This time, Meghan and I dive into the emotional and often tricky process of nonprofit dissolution. It’s a rollercoaster.

We’ll talk about what happens to leftover funds and how to make sure they go to the right places, respect donor wishes, and keep the nonprofit’s mission alive. Plus, we’ve got some advice for a former executive director wrestling with how to distribute those remaining funds in a meaningful way. Spoiler: sometimes, overthinking can be the real villain.

In the second half of the episode, we flip the script and invite you to join our community. We want to hear your stories, questions, and feedback—anonymously, of course. Your ratings and comments, especially those shiny five-star ones on Apple, help us keep bringing valuable content to the nonprofit world. And hey, I even compare our intense discussion to taking a cold shower—refreshing but definitely eye-opening.

Lastly, remember, we’re all in this together. The nonprofit world can be tough, but you’re not alone. Grab your headphones, get comfy, and let’s dive into this heartfelt and insightful episode. You won’t want to miss it!

In this episode, you will hear:

• The tricky process of dissolving a nonprofit
• How to handle leftover funds without breaking a sweat
• IRS guidelines for transferring assets
• A former executive director’s question about making big donations to a few nonprofits or spreading the money around
• The emotional struggle of letting go of a nonprofit closing down

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