NLN Let's Go Legal Boost #2

First, let's remember what we talked about.

The goal of this quiz is not to test your knowledge, but rather to reinforce the most important pieces that you learned about nonprofit law. If you don't answer a question correctly, don't worry. Read the correct answer and think about why how this applies to your board.

As always, if you have questions please get in touch with us: learning@washingtonnonprofits.org or (855) 299-2922.

QUESTION 1: If a nonprofit corporation is asking the public for donations, what second registration might it need in Washington State?
A) Charitable organization
B) Tax-exempt organization
C) Social welfare organization
D) 501(c)(3)

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QUESTION 2: It is federal law that you must send a WRITTEN ACKNOWLEDGEMENT of a donation (also called a substantiation) for single contributions of this amount or more:
A) $50
B) $100
C) $250
D) $500

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QUESTION 3: OVERTIME wage rules do not apply to nonprofits.
A) True
B) False
C) It depends

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QUESTION 4: Nonprofits engage a lot of non-employees in their work, namely volunteers, interns, and independent contractors. Each of them has their own set of rules that go with them. Think about which of these types of non-employees your organization engages. Describe the systems you have in place to make sure they are being engaged legally.

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