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Restricted gifts and endowments play an important role in enabling nonprofits to address specific needs and provide for their short- and long-term financial health and stability.  In this session, learn about key legal concepts, strategic decisions, and practical advice related to the procurement, use, and management of restricted and endowed funds.  The discussion will include real examples of ways in which nonprofits have been aided and, in some cases, limited by the terms governing restricted funds, and how you can best position your organization to reap the benefits of these forms of charitable support.

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SECURE 2.0, major legislation impacting 403(b), 401(k), and other tax-favored plans containing over 90 provisions, was enacted on December 29, 2022. The legislation includes changes relating to catch-up contributions, required minimum distributions, required coverage of part-time employees, and many other important topics.

Please join us for an informative webinar addressing the key provisions of interest to nonprofit organization retirement plan sponsors. Our presenters have already counseled many clients on the impact of SECURE 2.0 and will share their perspectives and feedback gained from these discussions.

Speakers

Harry Atlas, Partner, Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation, Venable LLP

Lisa Tavares, Partner, Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation, Venable LLP

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Nonprofit membership organizations have been increasingly active when it comes to regulating conduct and ethics of members, both in their professional roles and in connection with association activities. When done properly, this effort can serve to enhance the value of membership and the public impression of the association’s industry or profession. However, this practice can carry legal risk if the proper procedures are not followed. Join us for this webinar as we share:

• Tips for developing and enhancing an enforceable code
• Creating and following a procedural framework that is both workable and legally defensible
• Identifying the different considerations that can arise when enforcing a code that applies to members, certification holders, and association leaders

Speakers: 

George E. Constantine, Partner, Co-chair, Nonprofit Organizations Group, Venable LLP

Andrew L. Steinberg, Counsel, Nonprofit Organizations Group, Venable LLP

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Many nonprofit leaders are seeking ways to harness the new tools brought about by generative artificial intelligence (AI) functionality. Before leaping into the brave new world of generative AI, however, careful consideration should be given to the potential legal, contractual, and regulatory complications that business uses of AI can present. Can professionals ensure accuracy when using AI tools? What should a nonprofit do (or not do) to maintain control over its valuable data and content? How should staff and volunteers be instructed to manage privacy risks? Join our webinar to hear our panelists address these concerns and other best practices for nonprofits to thoughtfully embrace this evolving technology.




Speakers

A.J. Zottola, Partner, Intellectual Property Transactions, Venable LLP

Channing Gatewood, Associate, Intellectual Property Transactions, Venable LLP


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Are you concerned about political or cultural conflict and less tolerance seeping into your organization? Join us for an important webinar where we will discuss strategies for navigating these difficult situations.
Nonprofit workplaces are not immune from polarization in American society. Cultural conflicts, or as we call them cultural flashpoints, are on the rise, whether stemming from politics, current events, or international affairs. Those conflicts may intersect with protected classifications such as religion, race, LGBTQ+ identity and national origin. These trends will only accelerate in an election year. Nonprofits need effective strategies to lower the temperature, ensure compliance with the law, and stay focused on their mission. There has been an outpouring of response to this topic, so this webinar is free to attend. Reserve your spot today!

Charitable fundraising compliance can be easy enough to understand in theory, but its practical applications and effects are complicated, even for seasoned professionals. Join Cristina Vessels and Christina Lara for this one-hour presentation exploring developments in charitable solicitation laws and how best to navigate thorny online fundraising issues, including compliance with new rules for charitable fundraising platforms.




Speakers
Cristina Vessels, Counsel, Nonprofit Organizations, Venable LLP

Christina Lara, Associate, Political Law, Venable LLP

Ten years ago OMB took the notable step of consolidating a myriad of circulars that regulated federal financial assistance (i.e., grants) into a “super” circular known as the Uniform Guidance. Now, OMB has published the most significant rewrite of this regulation to date. Have you reviewed the hundreds of pages of changes and explanation? We have, and we—Dismas Locaria of Venable LLP and Dan Durst and Marc Bucalo of Award Advisors—plan to discuss these changes and answer your questions regarding how nonprofits can utilize the new flexibilities to their advantage and remain mindful and vigilant of compliance concerns and obligations.

The nonprofit sector faces unique challenges in managing grants effectively, which are crucial for funding various programs and initiatives. This webinar provides an in-depth exploration of best practices in grant management to help nonprofit organizations maximize their funding potential, ensure compliance, and achieve their mission more efficiently.

Following the COVID-19 pandemic, many nonprofits have changed from an in-person work model to a fully remote or hybrid work model. As a result, many nonprofits are now employing employees to work in multiple states and are faced with the challenging task of complying with a multitude of (often dissimilar) state tax laws and employment laws, including paid sick leave, family and medical leave, disability benefit, and/or wage and hour laws. . .

There are numerous considerations in structuring the board of directors of a nonprofit organization, including optimal size, qualifications, responsibilities, diversity, succession, compensation, and voting rights, to name a few. This session will explore the various aspects of nonprofit board structure, from both the legal and strategic standpoints. We will discuss issues unique to different types of tax-exempt organizations, including public charities, membership organizations, and family foundations. Bob Waldman, a partner at Venable who represents many nonprofit organizations and is President of the Venable Foundation, will present at this webinar.

As the year comes to a close, it's a good time to check in on the state of the ever-evolving privacy and data security legal landscape and to take stock of your organization's current compliance posture and ability to navigate changes to come. Attendees will hear updates on state data privacy and security laws and learn compliance tips and best practices.