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Cost Transfer Policy for Federal Grants: Nonprofit Template

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A written cost transfer policy is required under 2 CFR 200. Template, 120-day rule, and documentation that survives audit.

Updated Apr 25, 2026 3-5 hours to draft policy; ongoing per-transfer documentation

DOJ OVC and VAWA Grant Reporting Requirements

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Victims of Crime Act and Violence Against Women Act grant reporting: PMT, semi-annual progress reports, match, and confidentiality rules.

Updated Apr 25, 2026

Federal Procurement Thresholds: Micro, Small, and Large Purchase Rules

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Post-2024 Uniform Guidance procurement thresholds: $10K micro-purchase, $250K simplified acquisition, and documentation requirements at each tier for

Updated Apr 25, 2026 Reference guide - apply at each purchase decision

Florida Solicitation of Contributions Act: Nonprofit Filing Guide

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Florida's charitable solicitation registration under Chapter 496 -- who must register, exemptions, and renewal requirements for nonprofits.

Updated Apr 25, 2026 2-4 hours to prepare; additional time if audit is required

Form 990-EZ Filing: Nonprofit Guide for Mid-Sized Orgs

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Who qualifies for Form 990-EZ vs full 990, filing deadlines, common errors, and when upgrading to 990 is required.

Updated Apr 25, 2026 4-12 hours depending on organization complexity and schedule requirements

Form 990 Filing: Complete 2026 Nonprofit Guide

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Who files Form 990 vs 990-EZ vs 990-N, schedules required, deadlines, and the most-cited IRS audit triggers.

Updated Apr 25, 2026 8-40 hours depending on organization size and schedule requirements

Form 990-PF Filing: Private Foundation Guide

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Form 990-PF requirements for private foundations: 5% distribution rule, excise tax calculation, Schedule B disclosures, and investment income tax.

Updated Apr 25, 2026 4-8 hours to prepare; CPA review required

Form 990-T and Unrelated Business Income: Nonprofit Guide

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When nonprofits must file Form 990-T, what counts as unrelated business income, the $1,000 gross income threshold, and post-TCJA silo rules.

Updated Apr 25, 2026 2-4 hours to prepare; CPA engagement typically required

Georgia Charitable Solicitation Registration Guide

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Georgia Secretary of State charitable solicitations registration for nonprofits. Exemptions, fees, and annual renewal requirements.

Updated Apr 25, 2026 1-2 hours for renewal; additional time if financial statement preparation is needed

Grant Drawdown vs Reimbursement: Nonprofit Cash Flow Guide

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Drawdown vs reimbursement: how federal grant cash flow works, interest earnings rules, and LOCCS vs ASAP vs PMS walkthroughs.

Updated Apr 25, 2026

HRSA Ryan White Part A Reporting Requirements

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Ryan White Part A HIV/AIDS grant reporting: RSR, PSRA, the 75/25 core-medical-services rule, and allowable cost documentation for HRSA grantees.

Updated Apr 25, 2026 RSR preparation: 2-4 weeks annually; PSRA: 2-3 weeks annually

HUD Continuum of Care (CoC) Reporting Requirements

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HUD CoC grant reporting: HMIS data quality, Annual Performance Report (APR), LOCCS drawdowns, and match documentation for homeless services nonprofits.

Updated Apr 25, 2026 APR preparation: 2-4 weeks annually; HMIS entry: ongoing throughout grant year

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