PBPA Podcast

So a donor has offered to donate land to your organization! Great! Or is it? While these gifts can be incredibly valuable, they also come with a unique set of legal and financial considerations. To help us unpack the complexities, I'm joined by attorneys Scott Lasseter with Kazmarek Mowrey Cloud and Laseter and William Stone with Kostelanetz, who will guide us through risks, responsibilities, and best practices for nonprofits accepting donations of real estate.

For organizations whose missions are rooted in uplifting marginalized communities, the language of DEI isn’t just branding—it’s a reflection of their values and history. But as recent executive orders from the federal government explicitly target DEI language, some nonprofits are wondering: Should we revise our messaging? Could certain language expose us to legal or funding risks? How do we minimize organizational risk while staying aligned with our mission? In this episode of the PBPA Podcast, attorney Kristina Griffin with Hall, Gilligan, Roberts and Shanlever will be sharing her insight and expertise to help nonprofits navigate these important questions and more.

As a nonprofit, understanding how to respond to an unemployment claim is crucial not only to protect your organization's finances but also to ensure you are in compliance with Georgia law. In this episode of the PBPA Podcast, Wayne Cartwright with Hall, Gilligan, Roberts & Shanlever walks you through the steps to take when you receive an unemployment claim, how to assess the special factors at play for nonprofits, and what to consider if you’re thinking about challenging a claim. Whether you're new to this process or looking to brush up on best practices, this episode is designed to equip you with the knowledge you need to respond to unemployment claims.

One of the greatest challenges a nonprofit board of directors can face is managing conflict with and potentially terminating an executive director. While no board wants to find itself in this situation, it's crucial to be prepared. In this episode of the PBPA podcast, Alex Drummond with Seyfarth Shaw and Lori Shapiro with Pro Bono Partnership of Atlanta discuss how boards can navigate conflicts with their executive director and what steps to take if termination becomes necessary. We'll cover key tips and legal considerations to ensure fairness to the executive director, maintain oversight of the nonprofit, and prepare the board members themselves.

Effective Oversight to Foster Collaboration & Prevent Overreach As the linchpin of a nonprofit, the executive director is tasked with translating the organization’s mission into action and managing day-to-day operations. But what role does the board of directors play in ensuring accountability while maintaining a collaborative partnership? And how can board members navigate the fine line between oversight and overreach? In this episode of the PBPA Podcast, Alan Rosselot with Delta Air Lines and Justine Cowan with PBPA discuss how the fiduciary duties of board members apply when overseeing the executive director.

Many nonprofits use games, such as raffles or BINGO, as a fun, buzzworthy way to raise funds for the organization. In Georgia, we have some very clear laws that govern fundraising activities, such as raffles, door prizes and BINGO. In this episode of the PBPA Podcast, Thomas Federico with the Pro Bono Partnership of Atlanta will chat with us about what these rules are, why they exist, and some important considerations to help your nonprofit determine how to navigate raffle regulations.

A slip and fall accident may seem like a minor concern or something that could never happen at your facility. Legal claims associated with slip and falls, generally called “premises liability”, may be more common than you realize and can lead to serious injuries, costly legal battles, and significant disruptions to your organization’s mission. In this episode of the PBPA Podcast, Kendra Talley and Holly Hempel with Nelson Mullins will talk about strategies to mitigate slip and fall risks at your nonprofit facility. So, whether you're a nonprofit leader, a facilities manager, or a concerned volunteer, tune in for guidance on what to do before and after a slip and fall incident to minimize risk to your volunteers, participants and nonprofit organization.

For nonprofits that use security or other video cameras onsite, have you considered your obligations to safeguard the privacy of individuals captured on camera and ensure the proper management of these recordings? In this episode of the PBPA Podcast, Sara Guercio with Alston & Bird explores legal requirements and practical tips to help your nonprofit navigate this complex landscape. Tune in to learn how to balance security and privacy effectively while maintaining compliance and trust.