Welcome to the NYLPI Nonprofit Toolkit, a resource center of NYLPI’s Pro Bono Clearinghouse. Our toolkit helps nonprofit organizations thrive, build capacity, and answer your important questions. On this page you can find useful guides on various legal issues compiled by experts from some of NYC’s best law firms.
Nonprofit Return to the Workplace Advisory
Coronavirus, Nonprofit Toolkit, Pro Bono Clearinghouse
The Nonprofit Return to the Workplace Advisory provides guidance to employers who are looking to reopen their in-person workplaces. While recognizing the ever changing nature of th …
A Conversation on Racial Justice, Equity, and Inclusion: 2021 Law & Society Awards Event
Charitable Giving, Criminal Justice, Disability Justice, Environmental Justice, Health Justice, Law and Society, Pro Bono Clearinghouse
Our 28th Annual Law & Society Awards Event on February 11, 2021 honored Eric F. Grossman, Chief Legal Officer at Morgan Stanley and Jami McKeon, Chair of Morgan, Lewis & Bo …
Intellectual Property Guide
Nonprofit Toolkit, Pro Bono Clearinghouse
This guide gives a summary and comparison of IP Rights in the United States, defines Intellectual Property, explains different types of IP recognized in the U.S., and answers other …
Advocacy and Lobbying for Nonprofit Organizations
Nonprofit Toolkit, Pro Bono Clearinghouse
Nonprofit organizations are tasked with the responsibility of following certain city, state, and federal laws when it comes to advocacy and lobbying activities. This piece offers i …
Labor and Employment Considerations for Nonprofits
Nonprofit Toolkit, Pro Bono Clearinghouse
This guide, designed for nonprofit leaders, provides information on employee handbooks, wage laws, worker classifications, hiring practices, and other important labor and employmen …
Working Effectively with Outside Counsel
Nonprofit Toolkit, Pro Bono Clearinghouse
Have questions about working with pro bono attorneys? This guide was created to answer your questions and offer advice for working with outside counsel. Thank you to Annamaria Sant …
Social Enterprise Formation
Nonprofit Toolkit, Pro Bono Clearinghouse
What is a social enterprise and how do I start one? This guide explains what people mean when they say “social enterprise” and what to consider before starting your own. Thank you …
Nonprofit Formation Guide
Nonprofit Toolkit, Pro Bono Clearinghouse
This piece is a free guide providing information on how to start a nonprofit organization and what to consider before doing so. This guide was written by expert attorneys from Simp …
Fiscal Sponsorship Guide
Nonprofit Toolkit, Pro Bono Clearinghouse
This is a free guide provided by NYLPI’s Pro Bono Clearinghouse on Fiscal Sponsorship. Fiscal sponsorship is a formal arrangement in which an existing U.S. tax-exempt organization …
What To Do When Your Workforce is Working From Home: A Guide
Coronavirus, Nonprofit Toolkit, Pro Bono Clearinghouse
Covid-19 Work from Home Expert attorneys from Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP put together an incredibly helpful guide on considerations for your workforce when working from home. …
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Back to the Workplace: Safely Returning to Work During the COVID Era
Back to the Workplace: Safely Returning to Work During the COVID Era
Advocacy and Lobbying for Nonprofits
Advocacy and Lobbying for Nonprofits
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