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December 2021
What’s New with the Washington Nonprofit Corporation Act? – Webinar
The statutes governing nonprofits in Washington are changing! During the 2021 Washington Legislative Session, SB 5034 was introduced and passed, modernizing the nonprofit statutes for the first time in 50 years. These changes have been a long time coming and a product of government, nonprofits, allies, and Legislators working together. Join this webinar to find out what has changed and what you need to know. Who Should Attend This webinar is designed for nonprofit board members or staff interested in nonprofit changes in…
Find out more »December Grant Writing Clinic
A joint venture between Communities Rise and the Puget Sound Grantwriters Association (PSGA) brings you a free service to increase your chances of receiving grant funding! This grant writing assistance program from Communities Rise is designed to support community-based organizations that serve communities impacted by systemic oppression and do not have the internal capacity to hire a grant writer or have staff dedicated to grant writing. Up to 2 members from an organization may bring a request for proposal (RFP),…
Find out more »Nonprofit Board Governance – Webinar
In this webinar, participants will receive information about nonprofit board governance. Topics covered will include: - The purpose of a nonprofit board; - Selecting board members; - Board duties and responsibilities; - Record keeping; - Decision-making and committees; - Board interactions with employees and volunteers; - Privacy issues; - Liability and insurance Who should attend: This webinar will be great for those who are new to nonprofit boards or are thinking of joining/starting a board. Already a board member or…
Find out more »December Fundraising Clinic
Join us for a FREE 2-hour consultation with a professional fundraiser. They will review your questions in advance and talk with you about your fundraising goals and plans for the year. Preference is given to organizations based in and led by communities of color and indigenous, immigrant and refugee, queer and trans, low-income communities, and others historically disenfranchised. These services are free of charge and available by appointment only. Email brianna@communities-rise.org questions or to schedule! Offered in partnership with AFP Advancement Northwest’s “Fundraisers on the Go”. *Please note that…
Find out more »Winter Office Closure
Our office is closed during this time for a winter break.
Find out more »January 2022
January Small Business Legal Clinic
Communities Rise and Ventures have partnered to offer pro-bono legal services for your business. Small business owners can make an appointment for a one hour consultation to meet one-on-one with an attorney to answer legal questions about their governance and business law needs. The clinic is a great opportunity for general questions on the following: Business Entity Formation – Advising on choice of entity (LLC/PLLC, Sole Proprietor, Partnership, C-Corporation, Social Purpose Corporation) and creation of corporate entity.Advice on Corporate GovernanceMaintenance and…
Find out more »January Nonprofit Legal Clinic
Communities Rise and the King County Bar Association’s Young Lawyers Division have partnered to offer pro-bono legal services for your organization. Washington based nonprofits and community-based organizations can make an appointment for a one hour consultation to meet one-on-one with an attorney to answer short legal questions about their nonprofit. Please keep in mind the clinic provides a one hour consultation and questions that can be answered in a short amount of time are best suited for the clinic. The…
Find out more »February 2022
February Small Business Legal Clinic
Communities Rise and Ventures have partnered to offer pro-bono legal services for your business. Small business owners can make an appointment for a one hour consultation to meet one-on-one with an attorney to answer legal questions about their governance and business law needs. The clinic is a great opportunity for general questions on the following: Business Entity Formation – Advising on choice of entity (LLC/PLLC, Sole Proprietor, Partnership, C-Corporation, Social Purpose Corporation) and creation of corporate entity.Advice on Corporate GovernanceMaintenance and…
Find out more »February Nonprofit Legal Clinic
Communities Rise and the King County Bar Association’s Young Lawyers Division have partnered to offer pro-bono legal services for your organization. Washington based nonprofits and community-based organizations can make an appointment for a one hour consultation to meet one-on-one with an attorney to answer short legal questions about their nonprofit. Please keep in mind the clinic provides a one hour consultation and questions that can be answered in a short amount of time are best suited for the clinic. The…
Find out more »March 2022
March Small Business Legal Clinic
Communities Rise and Ventures have partnered to offer pro-bono legal services for your business. Small business owners can make an appointment for a one hour consultation to meet one-on-one with an attorney to answer legal questions about their governance and business law needs. The clinic is a great opportunity for general questions on the following: Business Entity Formation – Advising on choice of entity (LLC/PLLC, Sole Proprietor, Partnership, C-Corporation, Social Purpose Corporation) and creation of corporate entity.Advice on Corporate GovernanceMaintenance and…
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