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Reviewing Nonprofit/For-Profit Structures
Audience
Members Only

Topic(s)
Charities

CLE Status
Eligible

Original Production
12/16/2025

Duration
55 min

Cost
Members
Included in Membership

Course Description

This course provides an in-depth examination of the legal frameworks governing nonprofit and for-profit structures, focusing on the interplay between state charity law and federal tax law. Participants will explore the essential requirements for nonprofit organizations when engaging in transactions with for-profit entities, including the implications of joint ventures and the formation of for-profit subsidiaries. The course will also cover critical concepts such as unrelated business taxable income (UBTI) and its impact on tax-exempt organizations. Through case studies, including the evolving structure of OpenAI, attendees will gain practical insights into the complexities of nonprofit governance and compliance in a changing legal landscape. This course is designed for legal professionals working with nonprofit organizations, providing them with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate these intricate legal issues effectively.

*May be ineligible for CLE credit for states that require a 60-minute minimum.

Course Objectives
  • Understand the key differences between state charity law and federal tax law as they pertain to nonprofit and for-profit structures.
  • Identify the common elements and requirements for reviewing nonprofit and for-profit transactions.
  • Analyze the implications of joint ventures and for-profit subsidiaries for tax-exempt organizations.
  • Evaluate the impact of unrelated business taxable income (UBTI) on nonprofit entities engaging in for-profit activities.
  • Discuss the evolving structures of nonprofit organizations, including case studies like OpenAI.
Presenter(s)
Ellen Aprill, Rose Chan Loui

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