July 2011 Newsletter
From Texas Accountants and Lawyers for the Arts
covering the following topics:
Nonprofit Orientation with Erin Rodgers 7/20/2011
Volunteer Orientation with Erin Rodgers 7/23/2011 (CLE Accredited)
Art & Commerce: Advanced Record Keeping for Artists Presented by Michele Stanton 7/27/2011
NEW Technical Guides from Blazek and Vetterling for Employers of Independent Contractors and Updated Disclosure Rules for Charitable Organizations
TALA Relaunches Mediation Services
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Nonprofit Orientation with Erin Rodgers, Wednesday, July 20, 2011
These sessions are designed to provide information to those interested in forming a tax exempt, nonprofit corporation, covering the basic function and structure of exempt organizations, bookkeeping and tax issues related to exempt organizations, and other pertinent information. There will also be time for questions and answers during the session. Session will be presented by Erin Rodgers, TALA Staff Attorney. This program is free and open to the public. Please RSVP to [email protected] as space is limited.
Nonprofit Orientation with Erin Rodgers
Wednesday, July 20, 2011
5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
TALA Office
1540 Sul Ross
Houston, TX 77006
Volunteer Orientation with Erin Rodgers (CLE Accredited), Saturday, July 23, 2011
Designed for both those new to TALA’s Volunteer Program or for those wanting a refresher, Volunteer Orientation offers generalized training and information on the most common types of cases handled by TALA. The orientation will be led by TALA Staff Attorney Erin Rodgers. CLE credit will be offered. Please RSVP to [email protected] as space is limited.
Volunteer Orientation with Erin Rodgers
Saturday, July 23, 2011
9:00 am – 11:30 am
TALA Office
1540 Sul Ross
Houston, TX 77006
Art & Commerce: Advanced Record Keeping for Artists Presented by Michele Stanton, Wednesday, July 27, 2011
These sessions will present individual artists with information, examples, and tools for recordkeeping as a sole proprietor. IRS requirements for logs, deductions, and expenses will be addressed and suggestions for organizing and tracking such information will also be presented. Please RSVP to [email protected] as space is limited.
Michele Stanton, CPA, is a long-time TALA volunteer and experienced CPA who often works with individual artists through TALA.
Art & Commerce: Advanced Record Keeping for Artists Presented by Michele Stanton
Wednesday, July 27, 2011
5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
TALA Office
1540 Sul Ross
Houston, TX 77006
NEW Technical Guides from Blazek and Vetterling for Employers of Independent Contractors and Updated Disclosure Rules for Charitable Organizations
For employers seeking advice on distinguishing between an Employee and an Independent Contractor, please refer to Personal Services Filing And Documentation Requirements
For Charitable Organizations seeking new disclosure requirements for donations, please refer to Disclosure Rules for Charitable Organizations
Please support TALA by shopping at Krogers
Its a new season of giving at Krogers! Before checkout at Kroger, take a copy of the TALA Customer Letter to your local Kroger Store and ask that they link your Plus Card to TALA. Its so simple to give to TALA throughout the year!
TALA Relaunches Mediation Services
TALA is proud to announce the relaunch of it’s mediation services. Offered free of charge to TALA members and $25 to non-members, TALA’s mediation services provide the opportunity for both individuals and arts nonprofits to work towards resolving complex legal situations and avoid costly and time-consuming litigation. For more information, please email Staff Attorney Erin Rodgers at [email protected].
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A portion of TALA’s programs and services are generously supported by The Anchorage Foundation, The Harris and Eliza Kempner Fund, The Houston Arts Alliance, The Houston Endowment, Gainer Donnelly & Desroches LLP Certified Public Accountants, and The Texas Commission on the Arts.
