Category Archives: Church Law
Justice Department Launches New ADA Website
Dear Clients and Friends: Last week the U.S. Department of Justice announced that it has launched a new and improved version of its Americans with Disabilities Act website, ada.gov. The updated version of the website is designed to more effectively serve the public and help expand access for people with disabilities. It has a… Read More »
Church Wins Against City For “Parking Violations”
Dear Clients and Friends, A Tampa Federal Court ordered the City of St. Pete Beach to pay Pass-A-Grille Beach Community Church $250,000 in attorney fees and costs in a legal battle over its alleged improper public use of its parking lot. This was reported by the United Church of Christ. Basically, the City objected… Read More »
Florida Annual Report Reminder
Dear Clients and Friends, Please file your 2022 Annual Report with the Florida Department of State, Division of Corporations. This is very important because it verifies the leadership authority of your corporate entity. Failure to do so may result in “Administrative Dissolution” of your nonprofit. In fact, annual reports are due by the third Friday… Read More »
National Church Administration Day
Dear Clients and Friends, October 21st is National Church Administration Day. This is the day to recognize those who assist in supporting your ministry. I encourage you to thank them for their efforts and faithfulness. It is also a timely reminder for the leadership to undergo a review of the ministry systems and operations.
Watch Your Church Mailbox
Dear Clients and Friends, According to WKMG ClickOrlando, four Orlando individuals were recently arrested for stealing donations from over 600 churches. The money stolen totaled over $740,000. They stole from over 636 churches across the country, according to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement. FDLE said they are still looking for one Orlando man and one Orlando… Read More »
HR-5 Equality Act’s Impact on Churches
Dear Clients and Friends, I recently spoke with Adam Mayefsky, Ambassador Regional Director, with the American Defending Freedom organization or (ADF). A very productive conversation wherein we discussed the many impacts this legislation may have on our churches. Although, as of this writing, it has only passed the House of Representatives. But if it… Read More »
Florida Annual Report Reminder
Dear Clients and Friends, Please file your 2021 Annual Report with the Florida Department of State, Division of Corporations. This is very important because it verifies the leadership authority of your corporate entity. Failure to do so may result in “Administrative Dissolution” of your nonprofit. In fact, annual reports are due by the third Friday… Read More »
SBA PPP Second Draw Application
Dear Clients and Friends, The Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) now allows certain eligible borrowers that previously received a PPP loan to apply for a Second Draw PPP Loan with the same general loan terms as their First Draw PPP Loan. Second Draw PPP Loans can be used to help fund payroll costs, including benefits…. Read More »
Important Reminder for Annual Report
If you have not done so already file your 2020 Annual Report with the Florida Department of State, Division of Corporations. This is very important because it verifies the leadership authority of your entity. Failure to do so may result in “Administrative Dissolution” of your nonprofit. Due to the pandemic an Executive Order No…. Read More »
SBA issues PPP Loan Forgiveness Application
Dear Clients and Friends, Many of my clients have secured PPP loans for their nonprofits. Most have already received their money and are now preparing for the next phase, forgiveness of the loan. This past week the SBA has issued the PPP Loan Forgiveness Application and Worksheets. Click here for the PDF I hope… Read More »
