Charity Therapy for Founders
162: No, Not the Tomatoes! | Are Nonprofit Startup Costs Tax-Deductible Donations for the Founder?
You scraped together your own money to start a brand-new nonprofit. You're out the money, but can you at least take a tax deduction? Meghan...
124: Oxford Comma Drama | The Role of a Nonprofit Board of Directors
On this episode of Charity Therapy, Meghan and I are diving headfirst into the tricky world of nonprofit boards. You're not alone if you've ever...
123: Take Off Those Donor Goggles | What to Do When Your IRS 1023 Application is Pending
In this episode of Charity Therapy, my co-host Meghan and I are answering one of the top questions we get - what happens while an...
122: Legal Mumbo Jumbo | How to Open a Bank Account for a Nonprofit Chapter
Have you ever tried to open a bank account for your 501(c)(3) and felt like you were navigating a never-ending maze? Well, you're not alone!...
121: You’re not a (Dill Pickle) Lemonade Stand | Founders’ Rights in Nonprofit Organizations
In this episode of Charity Therapy, Meghan and I are taking you on a wild ride from the wacky world of the Minnesota State Fair...
114: A Four Egg Day | Understanding Restricted Gifts for Nonprofits
Ever find yourself tangled in the mess of restricted donations and wondering how to keep everything legal and ethical? Well, you're in luck! In this...
110: Don’t Do It, Emmanuel! | When NOT to Start a Public Charity Nonprofit
Ever thought running a charity is all about helping people and feeling good? Strap in because Meghan and I are about to take you on...
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