Introduction
When navigating the affairs of the organization, it can be helpful to know where to look for rules and regulations. In the hierarchy, each level is subject to the rules of the level above it. When there is a discrepancy, the highest applicable level is where to look for the answer.
Federal: IRS Regulations
- Taxation issues
- Go to https://www.irs.gov/charities-and-nonprofits to learn more
State: ORS 65 Regulations
- Requirements for filing annual reports
- Explanations and rules for setting up an Oregon nonprofit
- Go to https://www.oregonlegislature.gov/bills_laws/ors/ors065.html to read the regulations and learn more.
Organization Articles of Incorporation & Bylaws
- Outline how the organization is incorporated and how affairs are governed
- Go to https://districtfourcoalition.org/about/important-documents/ to see examples of D4C’s governing documentation
Policies
- Offer explanations and expectations for groups, committees, staff and other more specific affairs of the organization.
- Go to https://districtfourcoalition.org/about/important-documents/ to see examples of a few of D4C’s Policies
Contracts/Agreements
- Offer explanations and expectations for how people or groups interface with the organization.
- Examples include fiscal sponsor agreements, contractor service agreements, legal contracts, etc.