Internal Revenue Code Section 501(c)(3): Federal tax law provisions governing tax-exempt organizations, including operational requirements and restrictions
Volunteer Protection Act of 1997: Federal legislation providing liability protection for volunteers serving nonprofit organizations
State Nonprofit Corporation Laws: State-specific regulations governing the formation and operation of nonprofit corporations, including board responsibilities
State Charitable Organization Laws: State-level regulations governing charitable organizations, including registration and reporting requirements
State Fiduciary Duty Laws: Legal obligations of trust and responsibility that board members must fulfill in their advisory roles
IRS Nonprofit Governance Guidelines: Federal guidance on best practices for nonprofit organization governance and oversight
Form 990 Requirements: Federal tax return requirements for nonprofit organizations, including disclosure of board member information
D&O Liability Regulations: Laws governing Directors and Officers liability and protection in nonprofit organizations
Conflict of Interest Regulations: Legal requirements for managing and disclosing potential conflicts of interest among board members
Fair Labor Standards Act: Federal labor law relevant if advisory board members receive compensation or stipends
Independent Contractor Regulations: Rules governing the classification and treatment of independent contractors versus employees
Data Protection Requirements: Legal obligations regarding the protection of sensitive organizational and personal information
Corporate Governance Standards: Best practices and legal requirements for organizational governance and board operations
Ethics Regulations: Legal and regulatory requirements governing ethical conduct in nonprofit organizations
