The COVID-19 pandemic has left certain groups of people with unique urgent need for support. Foundations have a role beyond grantmaking as usual. The current state of national emergency declared by the President enables private foundations to make grants to individuals in need without the IRS pre-approval normally required. Hear two experts discuss the ins and outs of practicing this unique type of disaster-relief grantmaking and the ramifications for reporting it on your 990PF.
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