Inside this issue
01. Recognizing Value: Paying and Receiving Honoraria
02. The Interactive ADA Process for Nonprofit Employers: Best Practices for Effective Engagement
03. Upcoming Events
What happens when a member of your organization receives an honorarium? Should the payment go to the individual or to the nonprofit? Well, it depends. In this episode of the PBPA Podcast, Kathryn Hecker and Felix Swierski with Arnall Golden Gregory will explore these questions and provide guidance on receiving or paying honoraria. While an honorarium serves as recognition to an individual for their time, expertise and contributions, it is important to be aware of the legal and tax implications that come with making or receiving honorarium payments.
When an employee requests an accommodation for a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act (the “ADA”), employers are required to engage in an “interactive process” with the employee to determine if there is a reasonable accommodation that would allow the employee to perform the essential functions of the job. This article from Hopkins & Carley discusses how to engage in that interactive process.
Best Practices for a Legally Compliant Website
Virtually every nonprofit has a website, yet many do not consider the legal ramifications of having one. This webinar focuses on just a few:
- Best practices for website terms and conditions and privacy policies;
- Who owns the rights to the website and other considerations regarding the web host; and
- Intellectual property issues related to domain names, content, pictures, and links to other websites.
Speakers: Katie Bennett & Sarah Parker, Holland & Knight
Date and Time: June 14th, 12:00pm
Location: Online
Black Led Organizations Trademark Clinic
The Pro Bono Committee of the International Trademark Association (INTA) is hosting one-hour virtual sessions for pre-qualified applicants to receive consultation with volunteer trademark attorneys. Attorney volunteers will be available to answer legal questions, explain the trademark registration process, and direct applicants to local services that might be able to further assist them at the conclusion. This event is FREE and open to pre-qualified applicants! Applications are due by June 12, 2023.
- Date and Time: June 21, 11:00am
- Location: Online
Community Consulting Teams (CCT) Pro Bono Consulting
Community Consulting Teams (CCT) is accepting project applications from non-profit organizations for pro bono consulting starting in September 2023. Projects can focus on almost any area of business. The project should be something that can be completed in 8-10 weeks by a team of 3-5 MBAs/professionals. The application is available online; the deadline for applications is July 29, 2023. For the 2023 Fall project season, 10 organizations and applications will be selected on a rolling basis so get your application in early. For more info, click the link below or contact Rick Klupchak at rklupchak@gmail.com.
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