Organizing and Operating Nonprofits (Online Seminar)

A pre-recorded streaming VIDEO replay of the April 2016 live seminar, Organizing and Operating Nonprofits.

This program focuses on legal issues arising from the creation and operation of tax-exempt entities — issues that are important both for advisors to nonprofits and for board members and officers.

As the operations of nonprofits come under increasing scrutiny, it is important for such organizations and their advisors to understand fundamental legal and tax issues associated with forming and operating nonprofit organizations. Whether you are new to or experienced in this area of practice, you will benefit from listening to our two experienced professionals. Obtain a working knowledge of:

• The governing documents used to create and operate a Virginia nonprofit
• How to protect against liability from operation of Virginia nonprofits
• How to apply for tax-exempt status
• How to meet annual reporting requirements and maintain tax exemption
• What income is taxable despite tax-exempt status
• Charitable-giving opportunities and regulations

FACULTY

J. William Gray, Jr., Hunton & Williams LLP / Richmond

J. William Gray, Jr. is a partner in the Richmond office of Hunton & Williams LLP, specializing in tax-exempt organizations, charitable giving, and estate planning and administration. He is a fellow of the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel and a founding director and former president of the Virginia Gift Planning Council.

Eileen Morgan Johnson, Whiteford, Taylor & Preston L.L.P. / Falls Church

Eileen Johnson has 30 years of experience advising nonprofit organizations and associations on a wide variety of legal issues, including tax advice, charitable solicitation and fundraising, membership programs, and employment issues. Prior to joining Whiteford, Taylor & Preston, Ms. Johnson was in-house counsel for the National Wildlife Federation.  She has held leadership roles in the American Society for Association Executives, the Association Foundation Group, and the Virginia State Bar.