Question: I have a question. For the SPIL, since this is my first one coming up, will I form a committee to write the SPIL then after its done being wrote send to the DSE, CIL, and SILC chair for
We just settled a potential discrimination lawsuit from former staff…
We just settled a potential discrimination lawsuit from former staff. Is the payment of the settlement an allowable expense under federal rules? Ah, my favorite answer. It depends. Was there a whistleblower component or might the individual claim there was?
Are CILs required to meet Drug Free Workplace Requirements?
The most important piece of legislation regulating federal contractors and grantees related to drugs in the workplace is the Drug-free Workplace Act of 1988Workplace Act of 1988. Under the act, a drug-free workplace policy is required for: Any organization that
How long do we have to keep records?
The general requirement is three years, or until the known need for the record (like pending legal or insurance issues) has expired. We recommend you keep them for a minimum of five years, because you may need records for parts
Seven Red Flags on IRS Form 990
IRS Form 990 is a tax return for organizations that are exempt from Income Tax. Tax-exempt organizations, nonexempt charitable trusts, and section 527 political organizations file this form to provide the IRS with the information required by section 6033. The
Purpose of Independent Living – Basic Fundamentals Part 2
Section 701 of Title VII of the Rehabilitation Act starts out with the purpose of Independent Living. “The purpose of this chapter is to promote a philosophy of independent living, including a philosophy of consumer control, peer support, self-help, self-determination,
4 Tips for Achieving a Fully Constituted SILC
Are you one of the states whose SILC has difficulty securing appointments or, just as bad, get appointments that do not meet the federal requirements for SILC membership? Here are a few tips for turning that situation around. Work with
How can I spend Program Income?
Question: At the financial management workshop you mentioned that the income generated by our programs had to be used within the time frame as the grant used to derive the income. Can you point me in the direction of the
Q and A from Financial Workshop – Board and Executive Director Roles
Q: Who should be responsible for setting salary rates for staff – board or ED? A: Both have a role. The board approves the budget with some provision for changes in salary if they have the funds; the ED establishes
Q and A from Financial Workshop – Internal Controls
If you weren’t able to attend the financial workshop in Baltimore in May, you may be interested in some of the questions and answers that came in after the first day. Here are a few about Internal Controls: Q: How