IRS guidance on nonprofit boards
A client recently asked me what the IRS had to say about nonprofit boards. In general, the IRS is not the rule enforcer on nonprofit hoards. The states define the requirements to be a nonprofit and the size and make…
Carol Topp
Homeschool mom, author and accountant. I enjoy helping homeschool leaders start and run their homeschool groups successfully.
Can my CC group become a nonprofit and use the Form 1023-EZ?
I have been a director of a homeschool educational group (Classical Conversations) as an individual DBA. I have been paid but the money goes back into paying others for my kids’ education and materials for the group – generally no…
Tax Assessor Clears Confusion on CC Communities Using Churches
There is a lot of confusion about whether Classical Conversations Communities should be using churches for their Community Day activities. Background: Unlike most homeschool programs and co-ops, Classical Conversations Communities are usually not nonprofit organizations. Instead they are for-profit businesses…
If I’m Not a Homeschool Leader, What am I?
The COVID-19 pandemic has meant that many homeschool leaders have no group to lead. Some may enjoy the break from responsibilities, but other feel lost and lonely without their groups. Carol Topp, the HomechoolCPA, is joined by Doreen Browning, co-moderator…
How are nonprofits monitored, regulated, and governed?
A homeschool leader asked me recently, “Who holds nonprofit organizations accountable? Is it the IRS?” While there are some issues, such as taxes and tax-exempt status, where the IRS has some oversight of nonprofits, the true watchdogs of nonprofit organizations…
Stay Connected with Your Homeschool Group During COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic and the requirements to practice social distancing has meant that many homeschool groups can no longer meet face-to-face. How can homeschool groups stay connected during this time? Carol Topp, the HomechoolCPA is joined on today’s podcast by…
Closing Your Homeschool Group During COVID-19
Has COVID-19, the novel corona virus pandemic, caused your homeschool group to close, suddenly? How did you make the decision to cancel your program? Carol Topp, the HomechoolCPA, is joined on today’s podcast by Doreen Browning, co-moderator of the I…
Speech and Debate Club – Unsure of Its Setup?
A homeschool leader is concerned about a conflict of interest if she wants to be a board member and paid teacher.
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Conflict of Interest: Paid Teachers as Board Members in a Homeschool Group
A homeschool leader is concerned about a conflict of interest if she wants to be a board member and paid teacher.