Obtaining Tax-Exempt Status for Nonprofits: A People-First, Practical Guide
People matter. If you’re formalizing a mission into a nonprofit, tax-exempt recognition is more than a checkbox, it’s what helps you accept deductible donations, qualify for grants, and operate with confidence. This guide walks you through formation, choosing the right IRS form (1023 vs. 1023-EZ or 1024/1024-A), filing steps, timelines, and what to do after […]
Nonprofit Mid-Year Check: Labor Tracking and ACA Readiness
Nonprofit leaders carry enormous responsibility, balancing funding cycles, state regulations, complex staffing models, and a mission that depends on getting payroll and compliance right. Mid-year is one of the most strategic checkpoints to review your workforce data, strengthen compliance processes, and avoid costly year-end surprises. Two areas that become especially critical in Q2 and Q3 […]
Lessons from Nonprofit HR Leaders: Engaging Volunteers
Why Volunteer Engagement Is the Lifeblood of Nonprofits For nonprofits, volunteers aren’t just extra hands, they’re the heart of the mission. From fundraising events to direct client support, volunteers amplify impact while keeping operational costs manageable. But today’s nonprofit HR leaders know engagement goes far beyond recruitment. It’s about connection, recognition, and creating a culture […]
A Leader’s Guide: 10 Nonprofit Payroll Compliance Rules You Can’t Miss
Nonprofit payroll compliance is one of the most critical yet challenging responsibilities for mission-driven organizations. Running a nonprofit is about impact, serving your community, advancing your mission, and making every dollar count, but payroll often becomes one of the most complex and risky areas. Payroll compliance for nonprofits involves far more than clicking “submit” or […]
From Compliance to Capacity: A Nonprofit’s Move to HCM
In Part 3 of our series (check out the 2nd one here), we turn to a growing community-based nonprofit facing increasingly complex grant reporting, payroll allocation, and strategic workforce planning needs. Already equipped with HRIS and HRMS capabilities, the organization adopted a Human Capital Management (HCM) platform to connect HR, finance, and program operations. This […]
A Sector Under Pressure: How Nonprofits Can Adapt to Federal Funding Changes
Nonprofits are navigating a choppy 2025. Delayed grants, funding pauses, and policy shifts have created uncertainty for organizations relying on federal and pass-through state dollars. Recent analysis shows nearly one-third of nonprofits experienced a disruption in government funding in early 2025, with many forced to reduce staff or scale back programs. At PeopleWorX, we believe […]