Guidance
Many states produce guidance about regulatory compliance, theft avoidance, and best practices for charities. While these publications are based on state-specific charity law, much of the guidance can be helpful to any charity. Below are links to these guides, by state of publication.
NASCO
Sham PAC Giving Tips
California
The California Attorney General’s Office has produced webinars to explain the initial registration process and teach applicants how to cure delinquencies.
Initial Registration Webinar – Registry of Charitable Trusts
Delinquency Webinar – Registry of Charitable Trusts
Colorado
The Colorado Secretary of State has produced a 5-part board training course and self-assessment tool.
New York
The New York State Office of the Attorney General has numerous guides on all aspects of charitable activities.
General Guides and Publications
Ohio
The Ohio Attorney General’s Charitable Law Section has several handbooks for charities.
Guide for Charity Board Members
Avoiding Theft in Your Nonprofit
Pennsylvania
Tennessee
The Tennessee Attorney General’s Office, the Tennessee Secretary of State, and the Center for Nonprofit Management in Nashville, Tennessee have jointly produced a guidebook for Tennessee charities.
What Every Board Member and Officer Should Know: A Guidebook for Tennessee Nonprofits.
Vermont
The Vermont Attorney General’s Office has published a guidebook for Vermont charities and a report on professional fundraising in Vermont.