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Common Legal and Operational Questions for Nonprofits (3)
Employment & Operations (2)
Governance & Compliance (2)
Grants, Funders & Readiness (2)
Starting & Structuring a Nonprofit (2)
Using OCL Membership Effectively (2)
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Can we reach out to OCL anytime with questions?
Using OCL Membership Effectively
Yes. Your membership tier determines how frequently you can meet or consult with us—but all membe...
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What do I get with my OCL membership?
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Access to attorneys, monthly check-ins, compliance reviews, document help, and peace of mind. We ...
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What can we do now to be more "grant-ready"?
Grants, Funders & Readiness
Make sure your governance is solid, financial reports are clean, and policies are in place. OCL...
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Why do funders care about our legal structure?
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Funders want to see operational readiness — including proper legal compliance — to ensure their g...
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Can we hire independent contractors instead of employees?
Employment & Operations
Possibly — but be careful. Misclassification can result in fines. OCL helps you navigate employme...
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What policies should we have in our employee handbook?
Employment & Operations
Code of conduct, anti-discrimination, time-off, and conflict-of-interest policies are critical. O...
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Do we need to file taxes if we’re a nonprofit?
Governance & Compliance
Yes. Even tax-exempt nonprofits must file an annual IRS Form 990. OCL can help you ensure your fi...
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How often should our board meet?
Governance & Compliance
Generally, quarterly is a good rule of thumb. Some states have minimum legal requirements, but re...
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What's the difference between a nonprofit and a social enterprise?
Starting & Structuring a Nonprofit
A nonprofit reinvests all earnings into its mission, while a social enterprise may generate profi...
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How do we form a 501(c)(3)?
Starting & Structuring a Nonprofit
You’ll need to incorporate as a nonprofit in your state, obtain an EIN from the IRS, and fi...
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What legal documents does every nonprofit need?
Common Legal and Operational Questions for Nonprofits
At a minimum: bylaws, articles of incorporation, conflict-of-interest policy, board resolutions, ...
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Can we afford legal help as a small nonprofit?
Common Legal and Operational Questions for Nonprofits
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When should our nonprofit contact a lawyer?
Common Legal and Operational Questions for Nonprofits
Ideally, before any major decision — such as hiring staff, signing leases, applying for grants, o...
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