Critical aspects of establishing and maintaining a nonprofit organization

Gregory Nielsen
Gregory Nielsen | Nielsen Training & Consulting, LLC

Gregory Nielsen is a sought-after speaker and Consultant committed to helping leaders and organizations translate vision into reality.

On-Demand: September 17, 2024

2 hour CLE

Tuition: $195.00
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Program Summary

This seminar covers the critical aspects of establishing and maintaining a nonprofit organization. It starts with the legal requirements for forming a nonprofit, including choosing the right structure, filing necessary documents, and obtaining tax-exempt status. The seminar then delves into ongoing compliance issues such as maintaining accurate records, adhering to financial regulations, and fulfilling reporting obligations. Additionally, it explores governance best practices, including board responsibilities and ethical considerations, ensuring that the nonprofit operates effectively and transparently. Understanding these essentials helps organizations navigate the complexities of nonprofit law and remain in good standing.

Key topics to be discussed:

  • Legal requirements for nonprofit formation
  • Requirements for legal compliance and ethical leadership
  • Best practices in nonprofit Board governance

Closed-captioning available

Speakers

Gregory Gregory-A.-Nielsen_Nielsen-Training-&-Consulting,-LLC_myLawCLE | Nielsen Training & Consulting, LLC

Gregory Nielsen is a sought-after speaker and Consultant committed to helping leaders and organizations translate vision into reality. He is an accomplished nonprofit CEO, having previously led the Center for Nonprofit Excellence. His leadership was recognized locally and nationally and honored with awards from the Better Business Bureau for Ethics and the Louisville Urban League for championing diversity. Gregory is a military veteran, having previously served as an officer and attorney in the United States Army. He holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Government and International Relations from the University of Notre Dame and a Juris Doctorate from Notre Dame Law School.

Agenda

I. Legal requirements for nonprofit formation | 11:00am – 11:40am

II. Requirements for legal compliance and ethical leadership (part I) | 11:40am – 12:00pm 

Break | 12:00pm – 12:10pm 

III. Requirements for legal compliance and ethical leadership (part II) | 12:10pm – 12:30pm

IV. Best practices in nonprofit Board governance | 12:30pm – 1:10pm

Credits

Alaska

Approved for CLE Credits
2 General

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Alabama

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

Arkansas

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2 General

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Arizona

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2 General

California

Approved for CLE Credits
2 General

Colorado

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

Connecticut

Approved for CLE Credits
2 General

District of Columbia

No MCLE Required
2 General Hours

Delaware

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

Florida

Approved for CLE Credits
2.5 General

Georgia

Approved for CLE Credits
2 General

Hawaii

Approved for CLE Credits
2 General

Iowa

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

Idaho

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

Illinois

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

Indiana

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

Kansas

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

Kentucky

Approved for Self-Study Credits
2 General

Louisiana

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

Massachusetts

No MCLE Required
2 General Hours

Maryland

No MCLE Required
2 General Hours

Maine

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

Michigan

No MCLE Required
2 General Hours

Minnesota

Approved for Self-Study Credits
2 General

Missouri

Approved for Self-Study Credits
2.4 General

Mississippi

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

Montana

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

North Carolina

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

North Dakota

Approved for CLE Credits
2 General

Our programs are CLE-eligible through North Dakota’s recognition of multi-jurisdictional reciprocity. Section 1, Policy 1.14
Nebraska

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

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New Hampshire

Approved for CLE Credits
120 General minutes

As of July 1, 2014, the NHMCLE Board no longer provides pre- or post-approval of courses. Attendees must self-determine whether a program is eligible for credit, and self-report their attendance online at www.nhbar.org, based on qualification provisions of Rule 53.
New Jersey

Approved for CLE Credits
2.4 General

Our programs are CLE-eligible through New Jersey's recognition of multi-jurisdictional reciprocity, except for the courses required under BCLE Reg. 201:2
New Mexico

Approved for Self-Study Credits
2 General

Nevada

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

New York

Approved for CLE Credits
2.4 General

Our programs are CLE-eligible through New York’s Approved Jurisdiction Group “A”.
Ohio

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

Oklahoma

Pending CLE Approval
2.5 General

Oregon

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

Pennsylvania

Approved for Self-Study Credits
2 General

Rhode Island

Pending CLE Approval
2.5 General

South Carolina

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

South Dakota

No MCLE Required
2 General Hours

Tennessee

Approved for Self-Study Credits
2 General

Texas

Approved for CLE Credits
2 General

Utah

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

Virginia

Not Eligible
2 General Hours

Vermont

Approved for CLE Credits
2 General

Washington

Approved for Self-Study Credits
2 Law and Legal

Wisconsin

Approved for Self-Study Credits
2 General

West Virginia

Pending CLE Approval
2.4 General

Wyoming

Approved for Self-Study Credits
2 General

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