Q&A

Are nonprofits required to have an annual meeting?

Are nonprofits required to have an annual meeting?

Provincially incorporated non-profit organizations are required by law to hold an Annual General Meeting (AGM). Ensuring that this statutory business meeting takes place is part of good governance. An AGM is an important part of the democratic life of an organization.

Can a non profit organization have paid employees?

Like limited liability companies and for-profit corporations, nonprofit corporations can hire both employees and independent contractors. An independent contractor is a laborer who exercises independent discretion and control over her work, including such things as her schedule and her method of performing the work.

What do you need to know about a nonprofit organization?

A nonprofit is a tax-exempt organization that funnels any excess revenue towards advancing its organization’s mission, as opposed to using it to supplement employee or leader salaries via bonuses, as for-profit organizations might. Nonprofit organizations span educational, religious, research and other sectors and seek to support a social cause.

Can a non profit organization pay performance bonuses?

However, performance bonuses and commissions are rarely appropriate in a nonprofit. The IRS generally considers commission and performance bonuses, particularly bonuses paid to executives, as an unreasonable payment that is more like a back-door distribution of profits. IRS.gov: Independent Contractor v.

Can a company make an employee go to an event?

If employees refuse to attend an event during work hours, it’s probably not a good idea to make them use their vacation time to bow out. “While it may be legal to take this approach, it may not be wise,” said Adam Bartrom, an attorney with Barnes & Thornburg in Fort Wayne, Ind. Vacation benefits are generally governed by state law.

What are the requirements of a non-profit company?

A non-profit company is required to comply with ongoing administrative requirements set out in the Companies Act including filing annual returns and the Non-Profit Organisations Act including annual reporting.

Do you need to start a new nonprofit organization?

Either way, new organizations are not likely to significantly benefit. So don’t start a nonprofit. Instead, research the organizations that are doing the type of work that you want to do, both national organizations and those in your community. Reach out to them to see how you can help.

What happens if you work for a non-profit organization?

Working for a nonprofit organization is a great way to support a cause you’re passionate about. If you find yourself out of work, you may be able to rely on unemployment benefits until you’re able to find another job.

When do nonprofits have to pay overtime to employees?

[NOTE: reference in flowchart to non-enforcement policy no longer applicable.] If, after reviewing the flowchart, you believe that the FLSA applies to your nonprofit and/or at least one employee, then move on to Steps #2 and #3 to determine which employees may be eligible for overtime under the FLSA if they work over 40 hours in a single work week.