In the wake of disaster (bombings, tornadoes, floods, etc.) many kind-hearted people quickly offer help. Unfortunately, that compassion turns some people into easy prey for the bogus charities of scam artists and criminals. Once bitten, donors may become twice shy, so transparency is imperative. Be proactive: Encourage your donors to do their research before contributing. […]
Filed under: General by OSA&C Tuesday, June 18th, 2013
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In case your meteorologist hasn’t reminded you, hurricane season started on the East Coast June 1. In addition to your usual emergency kit preparation, the Internal Revenue Service encourages everyone—including churches and nonprofit organizations—to protect their essential records. While you may want to comfort others after a disaster, focus now on ensuring your church or […]
Filed under: General by Mark Patrick Tuesday, June 4th, 2013
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