From the U.S. standpoint, the process of a nonprofit establishing international operations may include a few legal steps, such as reporting international gifts or affiliations, as well as making adjustments to your organization's exempt status and/or changing charitable deductions for non-U.S. activities. Learn more about IRS filing requirements for foreign activities >>
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"Going global" may also require nonprofits to heed post-9/11 guidelines relating to terrorism and other cross-border concerns.
From the standpoint of the country or countries in which you plan on operating, compliance with incorporation laws and requirements will be essential, and may require in-country legal support as well as contacts within the country that can serve as organizational partners.
See also our related Knowledge Base articles:
- Where can I find information on nonprofits’ responsibilities in regards to the USA PATRIOT Act and terrorism?
- What is risk management? Where can I learn more about it?
- Where can I find information about collaboration and other kinds of strategic alliances?
- What do I do if I suspect that a charity is a fraud?
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