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  • What Donors Can (and Can’t) Ask For

    Nonprofits often question how much control can a donor retain over their gift? The answer depends on who the donor is. Individual donors and private foundations play by different rules. Permissible and impermissible donor gift restrictions are as follows: Individual Donors – No Strings Attached When an individual makes a charitable gift, the IRS requires that it

  • Arizona Expands QCO Qualification Rules

    The Arizona Legislature recently passed S.B. 1496, amending the Qualifying Charitable Organization (QCO) statute effective October 1, 2025. These changes to the QCO qualification rules are significant for nonprofits that rely on Arizona’s tax credit program to attract donations. Below we break down what changed, why it matters, and what your organization should do next. What

  • How to Dissolve a Washington Nonprofit Corporation the Right Way

    Nonprofits are formed with passion and purpose, but sometimes the best decision for the organization, and the community it serves, is to wind things down. Whether due to funding issues, leadership transitions, or mission completion, dissolving a Washington nonprofit requires more than just walking away. The Washington Nonprofit Corporation Act (Chapter 24.03A RCW) lays out