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When bylaw and mission statement are amended, who should be notified?

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Can a co-founder ethically become an executive director?

Can the Executive Director of a nonprofit corporation fire a director for not agreeing with him?

How long must nonprofit retain financial book and records?

May we pay achievement bonus?

May we treat musicians as independent contractors?

How do we confront board for improper conduct of traveling group?

Is board liable on 20-year lease?

How can we deduct gift to injured friend?

I won dinner at charitable lottery. Isn't that great?

What happens if synagogue didn't file for exemption?

We have been told that the President of our Board has no vote. Says who?

If I convert from a for-profit to nonprofit, can I keep my trademark?

Include rental income from our apartment house on line 6 of Form 990, is that correct?

Should we share Board Minutes with former Board Member?

Can the directors of our nonprofit vote by proxy?

Do nonprofits have to renew their 501(c)(3) certification or is it a one time thing?

Are members of a nonprofit entitled to a receive a listing of all members?

Can a nonprofit transfer funds to another organization?