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Startup Nonprofits Beware: Make Sure Your Tax Preparer Is Registered With the IRS. Avoid IRS scrutiny and, possibly, denial of tax exemption and attorneys' fees. (1/27/12)
 

Connecting the Dots. Whereas sustainability reports are about accountability, integrated reports are about changing the way companies think. (1/25/12)
 

Nonprofits That Fail to Timely File Form 990 May Face Steep Penalties. It may seem like a simple mistake, but it isn't always easy to fix. (1/23/12)
 

Beyond Heroic Entrepreneurs. Research in progress at Harvard Business School shows many social entrepreneurs focusing on local change and sustainable funding. (1/20/12)
 

Seeking Assurance. The verification of sustainability reports by third parties is leading to hard questions about companies' core business strategies. (1/18/12)
 

Treasury Reports to Congress on SOs and DAFs. Key findings on the organization and operation of supporting organizations and donor-advised funds. (1/16/12)
 

Accounting for Sustainability. Ellie Winninghoff explores the world of sustainability reporting and the trajectory of the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI). (1/13/12)
 

Legal Risks in Social Media Use by Nonprofits. Kenneth E. Liu describes legal traps your social sector organization should try to avoid in using social media. (1/11/12)
 

Finally, a Constitutional Amendment for the 99%. Here's the strongest attempt yet to correct the power imbalance between the corporations and the people. (1/9/12)
 

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