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NGO Law – Nicole Copley

Practical legal advice and assistance for all sorts of not-for-profits.

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First Quarter 2022 ngoLAW in Brief

NGO Law - Nicole Copley Posted on March 1, 2022 by LambertMarch 1, 2022
Purple flowers

It almost seems like it might be (hopefully, possibly) if not the end, at least the beginning of the end of our days of being dogged by pandemic panic. Please, God. Hope springs, facing forwards etc and this Brief is … Continue reading →

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Lulamaphiko NPC

NGO Law - Nicole Copley Posted on December 13, 2021 by LambertDecember 13, 2021
Lulamaphiko NPC

I naturally turned to NgoLAW for guidance and support when I started Lulamaphiko in the middle of 2021, having relied on Nicole’s legal knowledge and experience from 2008 when I was director of the Family Literacy Project.  Nicole and her … Continue reading →

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Khula Natural Health

NGO Law - Nicole Copley Posted on December 13, 2021 by LambertDecember 13, 2021
Khula Natural Health

NGOLAW assisted us right from the beginning with excellent and professional advice on starting our NPO, guiding us through all the legalities and always answering all our questions. The advice we received, and are still receiving, is always up to … Continue reading →

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Sdi Global Support Organization NPC

NGO Law - Nicole Copley Posted on December 13, 2021 by LambertDecember 13, 2021
Sdi Global Support Organization NPC

Nicole and her team have been so helpful in supporting us to ensure we have everything in order to operationalise our newly registered nonprofit company (NPC). Her expertise in South African NGO law and her responsive and highly competent team … Continue reading →

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ISSY GESHEN

NGO Law - Nicole Copley Posted on December 13, 2021 by LambertDecember 13, 2021
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CENFRI

NGO Law - Nicole Copley Posted on December 13, 2021 by LambertDecember 13, 2021
CENFRI

Nicole from NGOLaw assisted us with advice on our membership restructure as well as on governance design for a subsidiary organisation in Rwanda. Nicole is on top of her game as far as the legal context of non-profit organisations are … Continue reading →

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HandsandFeet

NGO Law - Nicole Copley Posted on December 13, 2021 by LambertDecember 13, 2021
HandsandFeet

HandsandFeet NPC has so valued the input, guidance and wisdom ngoLAW has provided to us over the years. From the transition from a Voluntary Association to a Not for Profit Company, to assisting us to stay on top of our … Continue reading →

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Federation For A Sustainable Environment

NGO Law - Nicole Copley Posted on December 13, 2021 by LambertDecember 13, 2021
Federation For A Sustainable Environment

The FSE has no hesitation in testifying to NGOLaw for its professionalism, ability, diligence and expert knowledge of the relevant legislation governing Non-Profit Organisations (NPO), and in highly recommending it to any NPO or civil society organisation. NPOLaw has always … Continue reading →

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Edulution

NGO Law - Nicole Copley Posted on December 13, 2021 by LambertDecember 13, 2021
Edulution

Edulution was fortunate to be introduced to ngoLAW just when their services were most needed! How grateful we are for the guidance and support from ngoLAW. Without the help of ngoLAW to navigate registering a non-profit as a Section 18A … Continue reading →

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TFT in Practice NPC

NGO Law - Nicole Copley Posted on December 13, 2021 by LambertDecember 13, 2021
TFT in Practice NPC

“Working with NGO Law was such a pleasurable experience. Your efficiency, prompt response and experience in dealing with matters as the application process in getting TFT in Practice NPC the PBO status in drawing our MOI helped us to reach … Continue reading →

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Greener Future Foundation

NGO Law - Nicole Copley Posted on December 13, 2021 by LambertDecember 13, 2021
Greener Future Foundation

It has been such a great experience working with Nicole and Lisa in getting Greener Futures Foundation’s paperwork sorted out in record time.  NGOLaw’s experience and highly capable consultants made this process a seamless and efficient one.  Their attention to … Continue reading →

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Steam Foundation

NGO Law - Nicole Copley Posted on December 13, 2021 by LambertDecember 13, 2021
Steam Foundation

NGO Law are the absolute go-to legal practice that specialises in all aspects of NGO Law in the country. They are deep subject experts in the various forms of non-profit – from Voluntary Association to Non-Profit Company to Charitable Trust. … Continue reading →

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VAT LADY

NGO Law - Nicole Copley Posted on December 13, 2021 by LambertDecember 13, 2021

Dee Bezuidenhout is a VAT Specialist with 30 years’ experience and a useful depth of practical insights. Website: https://thevatlady.co.za/

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# HASHTAG NONPROFIT

NGO Law - Nicole Copley Posted on December 13, 2021 by LambertDecember 13, 2021
# HASHTAG NONPROFIT

Hashtag Nonprofit is a news magazine website celebrating the South African nonprofit sector. The site includes news and opportunities, profiles of NPO changemakers, NPO success stories, as well as a large collection of resources from leading NPO service providers. Ruen Govinder Website http://www.hashtagnonprofit.org

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FORGOOD

NGO Law - Nicole Copley Posted on December 13, 2021 by LambertDecember 13, 2021
Forgood

Forgood gives NPOs the chance to connect with people who have the skills or goods they need to solve social problems and continue serving their communities. In addition, the platform acts as a marketing platform, exposing the work that you’re … Continue reading →

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October 2021: news and updates including: NPO Amendment Bill

NGO Law - Nicole Copley Posted on October 8, 2021 by LambertOctober 8, 2021

Welcome to October and to the final newsletter of the year from the team at ngoLAW. There is quite a bit of content here so, to help you navigate it and find the bits you need first, a summary: The … Continue reading →

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Updates, Advice, Links and Events

NGO Law - Nicole Copley Posted on May 14, 2021 by LambertMay 14, 2021

Dear Friends It has been a while since we last wrote, but I know that we have all been busy, re-building what had fallen, creating new ways of working, adapting as we always have, to survive and continue to serve. … Continue reading →

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NGO Law - Nicole Copley Posted on March 8, 2021 by LambertMarch 8, 2021

Fundraising Talk Session February 2021: 18A Q&A When can we issue an 18A Receipt? Q: In proposals, can we still offer to put their information on our sites (social media and website) if they donate alongside the 18A certificate? Q: … Continue reading →

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An invitation to join us on a #FUNDRAISINGTALK Webinar with Nicole Copley

NGO Law - Nicole Copley Posted on February 9, 2021 by LambertFebruary 9, 2021

Please join us as Nicole, hosted by FundRaising Talk, gives a free webinar from 10 -11 am (log in from 9.45 am) on Thursday 4 Feb 2021 about: 18A in practise – be careful what you promise! (basics, updates and what … Continue reading →

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November 2020: letter eight from lockdown

NGO Law - Nicole Copley Posted on November 24, 2020 by LambertNovember 24, 2020

In this, our last letter of the year, we: deal with the upcoming NPO register clean up (!) in some detail, with practical tips; discuss whether the PBAs SARS classifies organisations under matter; and give some practical advice on filing … Continue reading →

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Advance access & delivery

NGO Law - Nicole Copley Posted on September 14, 2020 by LambertSeptember 14, 2020
Advance access and delivery

I am very happy with the service at I received at ngoLAW. The team is always polite and professional and very knowledgeable. The systems Nicole has built to make sure there was consistent and clear communication across team members must … Continue reading →

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Call 2 Care

NGO Law - Nicole Copley Posted on September 14, 2020 by LambertSeptember 14, 2020
Call 2 Care

“Working with NGO Law was the best decision our organisation made and helped us fast track updating our MOI and getting approved for Section 18A. The team at NGO Law were insightful, professional and methodological which ensured the best possible … Continue reading →

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Sizanani Benthem Trust

NGO Law - Nicole Copley Posted on September 14, 2020 by LambertSeptember 14, 2020
Sizanani Benthem Trust

“I have dealt with NGOLAW since 29 June 2018 for an application for tax exemption and 18A. It has been a pleasant journey with assistance from Nicole Copley who from the very onset had clear understanding of my organisation, although … Continue reading →

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Baykhanya

NGO Law - Nicole Copley Posted on September 14, 2020 by LambertSeptember 14, 2020
Baykhanya

“Nicole and the NGO Law Team’s reputation is well-deserved! As a legal colleague, I have particularly valued their specialisation and insight into the nonprofit sector -and how they have translated our vision of empowering parentless children to star. Highly recommended!” … Continue reading →

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Papillon Press

NGO Law - Nicole Copley Posted on September 14, 2020 by LambertDecember 13, 2021
Papillon Press

Papillon Press – The largest supplier in Africa of guide books and donor resources to the non-profit sector. Fundraising and marketing consulting and training courses. Website https://www.papillonpress.biz/ Tel +27 076 224 4468 Email admin@papillonpress.biz

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17 July 2020: letter seven from lockdown

NGO Law - Nicole Copley Posted on July 16, 2020 by LambertJuly 17, 2020

AGMs in the time of COVID For many organisations, AGM (Annual General Meeting) season is upon us, and we are having clients ask- Do we have to hold an AGM, or can we postpone it, or even skip it for … Continue reading →

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NGO Law - Nicole Copley Posted on June 15, 2020 by LambertJune 17, 2020

MISSION-SHIFT in the time of COVID MISSION-SHIFT in the time of COVID The times are a’changin, and it looks as though we will have to reset to a ‘new normal’ for the foreseeable future. At ngoLAW we are helping our clients … Continue reading →

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23 April 2020: letter five from lockdown

NGO Law - Nicole Copley Posted on April 23, 2020 by LambertApril 28, 2020

With a week left of lockdown and restrictions after the 30th seeming inevitable, we bring you in this ngoLAW Brief:  an update on the C19-TERS scheme (some good news and some clarity); a warning about a scam doing the rounds in … Continue reading →

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09 April 2020: letter four from lockdown

NGO Law - Nicole Copley Posted on April 9, 2020 by LambertApril 9, 2020

GAME CHANGING ALTERATIONS TO THE C19-TERS UIF BENEFITS If you or any business or organisation you know is considering retrenching staff or putting them on short time now, please read this first (and pass it on) – or you could … Continue reading →

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06 April 2020: letter three from lockdown

NGO Law - Nicole Copley Posted on April 6, 2020 by LambertApril 6, 2020

Many organisations, facing significant drops in funding and other income, as well as the inability to carry out many of their projects, are considering temporary or even permanent shutting of operations, and looking for advice on how to support employees … Continue reading →

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NGO Law - Nicole Copley Posted on April 2, 2020 by LambertApril 2, 2020
Sunset over cityscape

Every day and every hour brings messages about new initiatives and partnerships to deal with the health and economic crisis in a holistic way and to support and join together all citizens in flattening the curve.

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March 2020: letter from lockdown

NGO Law - Nicole Copley Posted on March 30, 2020 by LambertMarch 30, 2020

While the earth (and we personally) may welcome the compulsory reset of the lockdown, our beneficiaries and organisations are going to be hard hit by the halting of many projects. NGOs across South Africa have been a step ahead in … Continue reading →

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Avereli Ryder Global Reward Specialists

NGO Law - Nicole Copley Posted on November 13, 2019 by LambertNovember 13, 2019
Avereli Ryder Global Reward Specialists

Avereli Ryder Global Reward Specialists Master reward and remuneration specialist. Offering comprehensive remuneration solutions to your organisation. www.rewardspecialist.co.za Cell: 083 293 2037 Email: averile@rewardspecialist.co.za

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ngoLAW Update November 2019

NGO Law - Nicole Copley Posted on November 13, 2019 by LambertNovember 13, 2019

The times are uncertain, the going is tough and financial realities are biting. The non-profit sector is hard hit but undaunted and we at NGOLAW feel lucky to serve and assist so many who remain positive and who are taking … Continue reading →

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Lotteries Commission: The Beast Awakens

NGO Law - Nicole Copley Posted on June 11, 2019 by LambertJune 11, 2019

The panic: ngoLAW has received a number of queries from non-profit clients concerned about notices received from the National Lotteries Commission (NLC) letting them know that their fundraising raffles or competitions are unlawful/unauthorised. The under-resourced non-profit sector tends to feel … Continue reading →

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Wildlife Act

NGO Law - Nicole Copley Posted on May 10, 2019 by LambertMay 10, 2019
Wildlife Act logo

“Nicole and her team have been a crucial support system for our growing NGO, from providing well considered legal and governance advice on complex issues to efficient administrative services. Nicole is both professional and personable with a genuine desire to … Continue reading →

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ngoLAW Update April 2019

NGO Law - Nicole Copley Posted on April 24, 2019 by LambertApril 24, 2019

Welcome to our first newsletter. These updates aim to deliver useful insights and information on legal, governance and compliance matters relevant to the NGO sector, and to connect you with resources and events. This first issue introduces some new (and … Continue reading →

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CRSP Design

NGO Law - Nicole Copley Posted on January 31, 2019 by LambertJanuary 31, 2019
CRSP Design

CRSP Design: Nicole and the team at NGO Law have been incredibly supportive of our journey towards the creation of our Non Profit Company. From the very first engagement we had, we were presented with all the relevant information to … Continue reading →

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Just Share

NGO Law - Nicole Copley Posted on January 31, 2019 by LambertJanuary 31, 2019
Just Share

Just Share: NGOLaw is super-efficient, professional and friendly, and most importantly of all, they know exactly what they’re doing! They really do make stressful, complicated processes easy to manage. We thoroughly recommend them.

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Beauty for Ashes

NGO Law - Nicole Copley Posted on January 31, 2019 by LambertJanuary 31, 2019
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Blood Lions

NGO Law - Nicole Copley Posted on January 31, 2019 by LambertJanuary 31, 2019
Blood Lions

Blood Lions: “Working with Nicole Copley and her team at NGO Law has been an absolute pleasure!   The assistance, advice and feedback provided was of an exceptionally high standard – extremely professional, punctual and explicable – and I would … Continue reading →

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Breadline Africa

NGO Law - Nicole Copley Posted on January 31, 2019 by LambertJanuary 31, 2019
Breadline Africa

Breadline Africa – “Nicole and her team at NGO Law have been tremendous in assisting Breadline Africa with legal and governance advice in the NPO sector. They offer tailored business solutions to the satisfaction of all stakeholders. Their level of … Continue reading →

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Future Farmers

NGO Law - Nicole Copley Posted on January 31, 2019 by LambertJanuary 31, 2019
Future Farmers

Future Farmers –“We have had some difficulty with becoming registered as a PBO.   It was a huge relief to meet Nicole who is able to assist us in a meaningful way.   We are hoping to have the PBO registration before … Continue reading →

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Syafunda

NGO Law - Nicole Copley Posted on January 31, 2019 by LambertJanuary 31, 2019
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Thinking about income generation and profit in a non-profit world

NGO Law - Nicole Copley Posted on October 19, 2017 by LambertOctober 19, 2017

by Marcus Coetzee Non-profit organizations and social enterprises that wish to design sustainability strategies need to have clarity around the concepts of income generation and profit, and how to achieve them. This article aims to debunk some misconceptions around income … Continue reading →

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Dear NGO Law: No-members NPC

NGO Law - Nicole Copley Posted on October 19, 2017 by LambertOctober 30, 2017

Back when we were operating under the old Companies Act we used to be required to have members and once a year we would have an annual general meeting. It was a bit silly in that we would just close … Continue reading →

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Our 2nd Home

NGO Law - Nicole Copley Posted on October 19, 2017 by LambertOctober 19, 2017
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Dalmeny Consulting

NGO Law - Nicole Copley Posted on September 29, 2017 by LambertSeptember 14, 2020

Dalmeny Consulting Financial management capacity building services for management teams, finance staff and boards of NPOs. Also assist with large project budget conceptualisation/reporting. Cell 079 306 3372 Email dalmenyconsult@gmail.com Web dalmenyconsulting.webs.com

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Marcus Coetzee

NGO Law - Nicole Copley Posted on September 28, 2017 by LambertSeptember 14, 2020
Marcus Coetzee

Marcus Coetzee is a South African management consultant who helps leaders cultivate strategic clarity. He also specialises in social enterprises. Marcus is based in Cape Town, South Africa. Cell 082 879 9131 Email marcus.coetzee@gmail.com Website www.marcuscoetzee.co.za

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Ziyo

NGO Law - Nicole Copley Posted on September 28, 2017 by LambertSeptember 14, 2020
Ziyo logo

Ziyo – Accountants with heart Ziyo offers financial accounting, bookkeeping and outsourced payroll services, reviews, funder support, financial management and reporting and  training to the NPO sector. Tel 021 797 6226 Email ziyo@ziyo.co.za Website www.ziyo.co.za

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