Nonprofit Resources

Updated Legal Alert: Election Season Rules for 501(c)(3) Organizations

2019-01-07T15:21:43-05:00October 24th, 2016|Nonprofit Resources|

(h/t The Nonprofit Village)
With the elections just a few months away, political campaigns are in full swing, and the IRS is poised to vigorously pursue any complaints made against nonprofits regarding improper political activity. Nonprofit organizations exempt from tax under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, including churches and other religious organizations, are prohibited from intervening on behalf of, or in opposition to, candidates for local, state or national office. The stakes are high: a nonprofit that violates the rule against political intervention is subject to an excise tax on the amount expended on the campaign activity; more seriously, the organization risks losing its tax-exempt status. It is important that nonprofits understand the complex rules and highly nuanced distinctions employed by the IRS in enforcing its rules. The D.C. Bar Pro Bono Center has updated its detailed legal alert to help guide nonprofits through this potential minefield. For more information about the rules regarding impermissible campaigning, read Monitoring Your 501(c)(3) Organization’s Activities With Respect to Political Campaigns.

FIRM Check Up (FIRM Alumni Session)-This Week!

2019-01-07T15:21:44-05:00October 12th, 2016|Events, Nonprofit Resources|

October 13, 9:30am–11:30pm
Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Rockville
100 Welsh Park Dr, Rockville, MD 20850

Here’s an opportunity to check in on your progress since taking FIRM. Do you need some input on changes you’d like to make? Is there something you are struggling with? Meet with fellow FIRM alumni and Justin Pollock (head FIRM instructor) to work through issues, hear success stories, and renew your enthusiasm for making changes to your financial management. Dust off that resource binder and join us for an informative and motivating session.

Questions? Contact Lesley. RSVP today.

Community Development Advisory Committee (CDAC) Public Hearing

2017-06-29T14:17:52-04:00October 10th, 2016|Advocacy, Events, Nonprofit Resources|

Montgomery County’s Community Development Advisory Committee (CDAC) will conduct a Public Hearing on Community Development Needs to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The CDAC recommends how Montgomery County’s federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds are used. The hearing will be on October 19, 7:30pm at the 7th Floor Council Hearing Room (100 Maryland Ave., Rockville). For more information or to testify, call (240) 777-3621.

Expanding Access to Health Insurance Training-This Week!

2019-01-07T15:21:44-05:00October 9th, 2016|Events, Nonprofit Resources|

October 14, 8:30am–3:00pm at The Universities at Shady Grove

The landscape of health care coverage for County residents is complex and changing. The good news is that there are many health care options. Please join this collaborative effort to equip you with the latest information on Medicaid, Qualified Health Plans, and County health programs. This interactive seminar will help providers:

  • Understand current options and eligibility;
  • Prepare clients for successful enrollment;
  • Improve service delivery, decrease frustration and help clients access the care they need;
  • Build relationships with other providers and OESS staff.

Who Should Attend: Case managers and eligibility workers from health care and human services nonprofits.

*Breakfast and lunch will be provided. CEU eligible! This free event is open to everyone. Click here to register.

County Council Hearing Dates of Interest

2017-06-29T14:17:53-04:00October 9th, 2016|Advocacy, Events, Nonprofit Resources|

  • Government Operations/HHS Committees Discussion – Community grants process (10/13, 9:30am)
  • HHS Committee Bill 32-16, Human Rights and Civil Liberties, Earned Sick and Safe Leave, Use of Earned Sick and Safe Leave, Parental Leave (10/17, 9:30am)
  • HHS Meeting with HHS boards and commissions (10/19, 8:30am)
  • HHS/ED Committees Follow up discussion, My Brother’s Keeper initiative, OLO Report 2016-6, The School-to-Prison Pipeline (continued), OLO Report 2016-11, Out of School Time and Children’s Trusts (10/24, 9:30am)
  • County Council Silver Spring Town Hall Meeting (11/9, 7:30-9pm)
  • HHS Discussion – Grants and base budget funding in DHHS (11/14, 9:30am)

County Council Hearing Dates of Interest

2017-06-29T14:17:53-04:00October 4th, 2016|Events, Nonprofit Resources|

  • Government Operations/HHS Committees Discussion – Community grants process (10/13, 9:30am)
  • HHS Committee Bill 32-16, Human Rights and Civil Liberties, Earned Sick and Safe Leave, Use of Earned Sick and Safe Leave, Parental Leave (10/17, 9:30am)
  • HHS/ED Committees Follow up discussion, My Brother’s Keeper initiative, OLO Report 2016-6, The School-to-Prison Pipeline (continued), OLO Report 2016-11, Out of School Time and Children’s Trusts (10/24, 9:30am)
  • County Council Silver Spring Town Hall Meeting (11/9, 7:30-9pm)
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