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Wed, 06 Aug 2008 18:39:01 GMT

Welcome to our archive of TANOgrams, a bi-weekly compilation of information and resources to serve you and your nonprofit organization.

May 31, 2008 – Vol. 1, Issue 1

July 7, 2008 – Vol. 1, Issue 2

July 18, 2008 - Vol. 1, Issue 3

August 1, 2008 – Issue 4

Benefits of TANO Membership

Wed, 06 Aug 2008 00:15:22 GMT

Information and Advocacy ü TANOGram Newsletter – Receive this bimonthly publication highlighting nonprofit sector news upcoming workshops, events and job openings from throughout Texas. ü Members Only Section of TANO website – Access articles and studies regarding issues and trends in the nonprofit industry ü TANO Alerts - Be the first to know about public policy, legislative and IRS issues impacting Texas nonprofits ü Profile of Nonprofit Sector of Texas – Get the stats on the nonprofits in your county ü GrantStation Insider – Receive a free subscription ü TANO Hotline - Get personal answers about issues specific to your agency ü TANO Online Knowledge Center – Access articles, samples and templates. ü Staff & Board Membership – FREE TANO Membership for your agency staff and board members Marketing Opportunities ü Job Bank - Post your employment and board openings statewide ü Calendar - Post your agency’s upcoming events...

Texas Nonprofits by County

Tue, 05 Aug 2008 23:28:31 GMT

Overview What is the 501 (c) 3 nonprofit sector Impact of Nonprofits Size & Scope Revenue & Assets Charity Asset Level Nonprofit Employment Nonprofits by County Acknowledgements There has always been a problem describing the universe of charities. Each of the broad general categories that comprise the legal definition - religious, charitable, scientific, literary, educational - is specified in section 501 (c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Under state law these organizations are considered to be public charities. The legal definition actually has two components. The purposes of a charitable organization must fit within a category of legally recognized purposes that are broadly described as of public benefit, and the benefit must extend to an indefinite class of beneficiaries, not specific individuals. The word public in this context is often misconstrued. Charities are public in the...

Acknowledgements

Tue, 05 Aug 2008 23:21:21 GMT

Nonprofit Employment in Texas

Tue, 05 Aug 2008 23:19:33 GMT

Revenue and Assets of the Texas Nonprofit Sector

Tue, 05 Aug 2008 23:18:12 GMT

Size and Scope of the Texas Nonprofit Sector

Tue, 05 Aug 2008 23:17:17 GMT

Impacts of Nonprofits

Tue, 05 Aug 2008 23:16:26 GMT

What is the 501 (c) 3 Charitable Nonprofit Sector?

Tue, 05 Aug 2008 23:15:40 GMT

Texas Charitable Nonprofit Sector Profile

Tue, 05 Aug 2008 23:15:05 GMT

Overview What is the 501 (c) 3 sector? Impact of Nonprofits Size & Scope Revenue & Assets Charity Asset Level Nonprofit Employment Nonprofits by County Acknowledgements Charitable Nonprofit Sector is large and diverse. From soup kitchens, daycare centers, environmental, advocacy, and civil rights groups; to hospitals, educational institutions, theatres, and faith based organizations, charitable organizations exist to serve and promote the common good. In all corners of Texas and throughout the United States you will find hard working and committed individuals coming together to make their communities stronger, safer, and better for all. Nonprofit organizations are probably best known by the services they provide to people in need. But charitable organizations also create the space and opportunity for individuals to engage in volunteerism and become actively involved in civic...

TANO Professional and Volunteer Leadership

Mon, 04 Aug 2008 22:44:02 GMT

TANO Bylaws as revised May 22, 2007 Professional Leadership Board of Directors Professional Leadership Barry Silverberg President & CEO (Director, Center for Community Based & Nonprofit Organizations at Austin Community College) Mary Beth Harrington Director of Membership and Resource Development _____________________________________ Board of Directors Marianne Ehrlich Board Chair President & CEO, Health Family Initiatives (Houston) Richard W. Meyer Vice-President, Public Policy Attorney at Law (Austin); Outside counsel to TIBH Industries, Inc., an Austin-based, nonprofit statewide marketing organization with sales of almost $100 million per year, which contracts with government entities for goods and services. Tanya Debose Vice-President. Membership Development & Services Disaster Relief Coordinator, Independent Heights Assistance Ministries (Houston) Barry Rumac Vice-President, Marketing & Communications Managing Principal,...

Compensation Survey 2008 - Central Texas

Mon, 04 Aug 2008 00:33:22 GMT

Importance of gathering nonprofit compensation data Participating agencies to get a COMPLIMENTARY copy of published results Survey Overview Begin the survey The availability of reliable and timely compensation data allows nonprofit corporations to adopt salary and benefits schedules based on comparables (compensation for like services by like organizations in like circumstances), promotes best practices, and a more accountable (nonprofit) social sector. It assists those nonprofit corporations choosing to do so to comply with the Sarbanes Oxley Act. To meet our nonprofit sectors need for such information, at a cost all nonprofit agencies can afford, the Texas Association of Nonprofit Organizations (TANO) and Center for Community-Based and Nonprofit Organizations at Austin Community College, is partnering with HR2 - an informal group of human resource propfessional leaders in Central Texas - to conduct our second biannual Central Texas Nonprofit Compensation Survey. The...

Insurance Plans Available to TANO Organizational Members

Mon, 28 Jul 2008 13:51:22 GMT

The Texas Association of Nonprofit Organizations offers the following insurance options to its organizational members*. We provide affordable and comprehensive insurance coverage that is designed with the small and mid-size nonprofit in mind. The Nonprofit Sector accounts for over 4% of the gross domestic product of the State of Texas. We employ over 4% of the Texas workforce and do an incredible job in making our communities stronger, safer and better for all. Nonprofit professionals in Texas deserve decent health benefits! And our organizations deserve decent coverage at affordable rates. TANO is doing something about this through the following offerings: Health and Medical Coverage For more information or to enroll, call a Customer Care Consultant at Patriot Health at (866) 625-1836, Monday through Friday, 8 am to 6 pm CST and tell them you are interested in the Patriot Health Turnkey medical platform especially designed for TANO members to choose the plans that...

About the Texas Association of Nonprofit Organizations

Thu, 10 Jul 2008 19:15:07 GMT

The Texas Association of Nonprofit Organizations (TANO) was founded in 1993 as a statewide association to reflect and promote Texas’ growing independent sector in all its diversity. Our mission is to connect, strengthen, and support the nonprofit community for the public good. TANO envisions a Texas Nonprofit Sector that works together to be among the healthiest and most vibrant in the nation. TANO is a gathering place for all nonprofits within the State of Texas regardless of size, budget, urban or rural location; whether a TANO member or not. Our concern and focus is every nonprofit entity within our state. We serve by creating learning communities of nonprofit professionals, volunteers and others interested in the nonprofit sector. We offer conferences, seminars, and electronic forums and listservs which enable TANO members to share information, learn from one another, and expand their networks. As one of 42 state associations of nonprofits in the United States, TANO is...

Risk Management Resources

Thu, 10 Jul 2008 19:14:38 GMT

TANO affiliation with Nonprofit Risk Management Center of Washington, DC State Liability Laws for Charitable Organizations and Volunteers — 4th Edition Resources from TANO Conferences on Related Topics 2007 Risk Management Resolutions Business Continuity Planning Course from Nonprofit Risk Management Center online Pillars of Accountability in the Nonprofit World The Texas Association of Nonprofit Organizations is proud to have been selected as one of the ten national satellite programs of the Nonprofit Risk Management Center in Washington, DC. Each of us offers risk management resources that complement our associations existing menu of member benefits, including online articles, answers to frequently asked questions and more. State Liability Laws for Charitable Organizations and Volunteers — 4th Edition Good Samaritan Laws. Volunteer Protection. Volunteer Immunity. Liability Limitation. Shield Laws. Charitable Immunity. These terms, which have significant, as...

Tuition & Application - Certificate in Nonprofit Leadership & Management

Thu, 10 Jul 2008 17:22:47 GMT

sponsored by the Center for Community-Based & Nonprofit Organizations at Austin Community College & the Texas Association of Nonprofit Organizations (TANO) Tuition Scholarships PLEASE USE MS Word Application (if any difficulties, e-mail bsilverb@austincc.edu) The next Certificate Program will begin in late August 2008 Applications will be reviewed and acted upon as received Final class selections no later than June 30 Applicants are encouraged to complete the application as soon as possible, and notifications of acceptance into the Certificate program will be made on a rolling basis with final determination of the entire class on or before June 30, 2008. Those invited to join the Certificate Experience class will be advised at the time of acceptance on payment requirements, final session schedules, and other program details. Tuition Tuition for the 20 all-day sessions - (including continental breakfast and lunch), Induction and Graduation ceremonies, special...

Certificate in Nonprofit Leadership & Management

Thu, 10 Jul 2008 17:21:09 GMT

sponsored by the Center for Community Based & Nonprofit Organizations at Austin Community College & the Texas Association of Nonprofit Organizations (TANO) a few seats remaining! Further applications will be accepted and acceptance decisions made wthin 30 days of receipt Deadline for all applications - June 30, 2008 Certificate Participants Speak About Their Experience PLEASE USE MS Word Application for Applying for 2008-2009 Class starting August 20, 2008 and concluding with Graduation on May 14, 2009 (Download, complete and e-mail to bsilverb@austincc.edu) 2008 - 2009 Schedule of Sessions for Second Class of Certificate in Nonprofit Leadership & Management - review information (below) regarding the program. If interested, apply soon to ensure a place in the upcoming class, 2007-2008 First Class of Certificate in Nonprofit Leadership & Management Pioneering Class on Display at August 23, 2007 Induction Program* Mind maps of...

Texas Delegation at 2008 Nonprofit Congress

Thu, 03 Jul 2008 03:55:02 GMT

The Texas delegation to the 2008 Nonprofit Congress in Washington, DC was the largest state delegation present (with the exception of those from Washington, DC itself). Led by the Texas Association of Nonprofit Organizations, the delegation members were active participants at the Congress. On June 2, 2008, almost the entire Texas delegation to the Nonprofit Congress dined with and heard remarks from Administrative Director,Jamie McWright, of Sen. John Cornyn’s office. On June 3, 2008, members of the Texas delegation to the Nonprofit Congress met with Special Projects Manager, Christi Schwartz, of Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchisons office. The Texas delegation was comprised of 24 participants: (Note: * = TANO Board or staff member or scholarship recipient) Jan Angelini Nonprofit Resource Center of Texas San Antonio Kelly Benson The Sean Ashley House Houston Cheryl Black* ...

Public Policy, Regulatory & Legal Issues Confronting Nonprofit Organizations

Thu, 03 Jul 2008 02:24:45 GMT

Note: The following analysis has been prepared by Richard W. Meyer, Attorney at Law, Austin, Texas for the Texas Association of Nonprofit Organizations (TANO). Meyer serves as TANOs Vice-President for Public Policy. It may be distributed to others so long as it is properly attributed to Richard W.Meyer and the Texas Association of Nonprofit Organizations. (PDF version) June 2008 TANO MONITORING OF PUBLIC POLICY, REGULATORY AND LEGAL DEVELOPMENTS To provide your input on these issues 1 Federal / U.S. Government / Congressional Issues 1.1 NEW IRS FORM 990, NEW e-FILING, AND IRS BEST PRACTICES 1.2 U.S. SENATE FINANCE COMMITTEE CONTINUES NPO INVESTIGATIONS 1.3 CONGRESSIONAL APPROPRIATION PROPOSED FOR NONPROFIT CAPACITY BUILDING 1.4 INCREASE AUTO MILEAGE RATE DEDUCTION FOR NPO ACTIVITIES 1.5 LEGISLATION TO GENERATE CAPITAL MARKETS FOR GROWING NPOs 1.6 PROPOSED FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION (FTC) AUTHORITY OVER NPOs 1.7 FIND A FEDERAL REGULATORY HOME FOR...

Lobbying Law in Texas

Thu, 03 Jul 2008 02:23:04 GMT

Who Must Register as a Lobbyist(a) Does both lobbyist and lobbyist employer need to register?(b) When do you register? How often? How much? Volunteer Lobbyists required to Register? Exception for Nonprofits Where to register Resources Statute Who Must Register as a Lobbyist(a) Any person who engaged in direct communication with members of the legislative or executive branch of state government to influence legislation or administrative action and who receives $1000 in compensation or expends $500 during a calendar quarter. Does both lobbyist and lobbyist employer need to register?(b) No When do you register? No later than five days after lobbying. How much? $500/year Volunteer Lobbyists required to Register? No Exception for Nonprofits? Nonprofits required to pay a fee of $100/year Where to register? Texas Ethics Commission - http://www.ethics.state.tx.us/ Resources http://www.ethics.state.tx.us/guides/LOBBY%20guide.htm Statute ...