You Got 501(c)(3) Status: Now What?

You Got 501(c)(3) Status: Now What?

Rachel Spears July 19, 2012

Mission of Pro Bono Partnership of Atlanta:

To provide free legal assistance to community-based nonprofits that serve low-income or disadvantaged individuals. We match eligible organizations with

volunteer lawyers from the leading corporations and law firms in Atlanta who can assist nonprofits with their business law matters.

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Pro Bono Partnership of Atlanta Eligibility & Other Information

? In order to be a client of Pro Bono Partnership of Atlanta, an organization must: 9 Be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. 9 Be located in or serve the greater Atlanta area. 9 Serve low-income or disadvantaged individuals. 9 Be unable to afford legal services.

? Visit us on the web at ? Host free monthly webinars on legal topics for nonprofits

9 To view upcoming webinars or workshops, visit the Workshops Page on our website

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Format of Today's Webcast

? Very high level overview of legal considerations for nonprofits

? Links take you to articles and webcasts that provide more information

? Reserve questions for the end ? Questions should be general; we cannot provide

legal advice

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What best practices should the board follow in governing the organization?

? Board should consist of at least 3 unrelated individuals.

? Be familiar with and follow Articles and Bylaws.

? Have regular, well-planned meetings

9 "How to Prepare for and Run a Board Meeting" webcast:



9 Georgia's Sunshine Laws

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