Nonprofit Resources
Retirement Plans Can Make Loans and Hardship Distributions to Hurricane Victims
The IRS announced that 401(k) plans and similar employer-sponsored retirement plans can make loans and hardship distributions to those affected by Hurricanes Harvey and Irma.
Death of the Complex Password
New password guidelines have been making headlines. Here’s what you need to know to help keep yourself and your organization secure.
Why Your Nonprofit Needs a Zero-Day Vulnerability Plan
New vulnerabilities — holes in software code that cyber criminals can use to gain unauthorized access to a system — are discovered every day. Creating and implementing a zero-day vulnerability plan will help your nonprofit respond quickly and effectively to each new threat.
Anatomy of a Phishing Attack
Phishing is one of the most common cybersecurity threats. Understanding how a basic phishing attack works will help you protect your organization.
3 Common Cybersecurity Threats
While cyber breaches can take many different forms, they typically occur when hackers target common technical weaknesses. Here are three of the most prevalent cybersecurity threats all nonprofits face.
Third-Party Administrators vs. Retirement Plan Sponsors: Who’s Responsible for What?
If your organization sponsors an employee retirement plan, you are responsible for complying with the complex standards and regulations. It’s vital to understand what your responsibilities as the plan sponsor are, versus the responsibilities you may contract out.
What the Supreme Court Ruling on Church Plans May Mean for Your Organization
The Supreme Court has ruled that a plan maintained by a “principal-purpose” organization qualifies as a “church plan,” regardless of who established it. What does this mean for your Christian nonprofit organization and its retirement plan?
4 Steps for Next Level Cybersecurity
Given the high stakes, it’s vital to ensure that your organization has sufficient cybersecurity protection. These four steps go beyond the basic cybersecurity practices you should follow to help you further strengthen your organization’s cybersecurity defenses.
What to Know About Taxation of International Students Receiving Financial Aid
If your institution has international students who receive financial aid, there are specific income tax requirements you need to be aware of.
Four Questions to Ask About Executive Compensation at Your Organization
Nonprofit organizations need to attract and retain qualified leadership. But many nonprofit leaders are unaware of the intricacies of the IRS requirements for executive compensation — and of the significant penalties that can arise if the IRS deems compensation “excessive.”