Last week, we reported on several important court victories for the charitable-nonprofit sector that were handed down on Tuesday, June 30, 2026. See Good News in Pushback on Government Overreach (July 16, 2026). We’ll recap them below in the next
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A Quick Overview of New Federal Fiscal Sponsorship Legislation
Today, I received an email blast from The National Network of Fiscal Sponsors (NNFS), indicating that on July 16, the Fiscal Sponsorship Transparency Act of 2026 was introduced in the House (H.R. 9721), with it scheduled for markup by the
Congress’s Continuing Quest to Restrict Executive Compensation at Charitable Organizations, With a Twist
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The IRS recently announced its intention to propose regulations relating to the 21 percent tax[i] imposed with respect to any “excess” executive compensation paid by certain tax-exempt organizations, including public charities and private foundations (i.e., charitable organizations),
Ep. 67 – Giving with Intention and Impact: Aligning Philanthropy with Values and Legacy
In this episode of Future Focused: Sophisticated Estate Planning, host Michael Clear welcomes Joshua Chadajo, Founder of JEC Philanthropy, for an insightful discussion on how intentional philanthropy can help donors align their charitable giving with their core values and priorities
Texas Court Holds That Hindu Temple’s Bylaws Are Invalid
In Sri Shirdi Sai Baba Temple of Austin v. Lam, (TX Bus. Ct., July 14, 2026), the Texas Business Court’s holding that a non-profit corporation’s Certificate of Formation controls over by-laws that conflict with the Certificate of Formation
HR 9721 – The New Fiscal Sponsorship Transparency Bill
On July 16, 2026, a new bill, the Fiscal Sponsorship Transparency Act of 2026 (HR 9721), was introduced in the House and referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means. Generally, the Act requires more specific reporting by fiscal
Good News in Pushback Against Government Overreach
On June 30, 2026, we learned with relief that the Supreme Court had not taken a machete to the U.S. Constitution in Trump v. Barbara (birthright citizenship). Along with many Americans, the charitable community was watching this case closely.
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NY Appellate Court Holds That A Nonprofit That Contracts With A City Agency On A Fee-For-Service Basis Is Not An “Agency” Subject To FOIL
This post was authored by Amy Lavine, Esq.
In the 2026 case Matter of Ryan v Watershed Agricultural Council of the New York City Watersheds, Inc., 2026 NY Slip Op 03853 (3d Dept 6/18/26), the Appellate Division, Third Department
Sackers shortlisted for Women in Pensions Award
We are delighted to be shortlisted for the Organisational Award for Supporting Diversity at the Women in Pensions Awards, recognising our ongoing commitment to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.
Hosted by Professional Pensions, the winners will be announced at