December 1-31, 2009
Last Issue: November 1-30, 2009
Court Refuses to Approve
Change in Purpose of Gift
When Hospital failed to show terms of original gift,
Court was unwilling to decree a new purpose
Full Article (free)
Court Dismisses Member’s
Effort to Overturn Election
Claims of retaliation, proxy irregularities and
poisonous atmosphere do not create cause of action
Merger of Nonprofit into Other
Does Not Constitute “Closing”
Court denies constructive trust to hold property
to go to Township upon closing of ambulance company
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To the Point
Does a very small, rural food pantry need a 501(c)(3) for the public to donate small amounts of cash or food? We have donors who would like to take their $25 donation as a charitable deduction on their income tax return.
Answer
Lessons from Litigation Full Article
- Court reverses deed to founder of charity, dissolves organization
- Schools lack standing in trust litigation
- Better view at condo not “personal benefit”
Tax Matters Full Article
- Property used to “support” church not exempt
- Religious community may not deduct food, medical care to members
Employment Law Full Article
- Complaint of harassment and retaliation still fails
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