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Now that we’ve busted the myths around tax and NGO’s in SA, we’d like to share a list of helpful resources for NGO’s when it comes to tax. Have a look at the list below to find valuable guides to make sure your organisation handles its’ tax obligations right. LAPD-IT-G16 Basic Guide to Income Tax for Public Benefit Organisations - (Issue 2) - 19 September 2016 (https://lnkd.in/dMZspQnA) LAPD-IT-G 17 Basic Guide to Section 18A approval – (Issue 3) – 17 March 2020 (https://lnkd.in/dR_GSj_X) IT-AE-44-G02 How to register on e-Filing and complete the IT12EI return for tax exempt organisations (https://lnkd.in/denHK9KZ) LAPD – ITG – 26 Tax Exemption Guide for Public Benefit Organisations in South Africa (Issue 5) - 26 January 2017 (https://lnkd.in/dqYCEtnj) VAT 414 - Guide for Associations Not for Gain and Welfare Organisations – 10 March 2016 (https://lnkd.in/dWmBaSmr) We’d also like to give a shout out to @Hashtagnonprofit and @Ziyo for their helpful article that we used to develop the series! If you’d like to read it, check it out below: https://lnkd.in/dJV8zFRn

Another Monday, another tax myth tackled! Today’s myth is that PBO’s and NGO’s are exempt from paying VAT. FACT: No VAT exemption exists for any entity, including non-profits and PBOs. Specific activities like crèche, school, and tertiary education fees, finance charges, and public road transport fees are VAT exempt. The cost of these services excludes VAT, and any VAT included in related expenditure cannot be reclaimed from SARS. #NGOTaxFacts #TaxTruths #GrapeVineSA

Another myth bites the dust! Today’s myth is that once you have PBO approval, you’ll always have it. FACT: PBOs must file annual tax returns, appoint a tax representative, and maintain updated registered details with SARS. Non-compliance may lead to SARS withdrawing PBO approval, unless corrective actions are taken. Make sure you are compliant to reap these benefits. #NGOTaxFacts #TaxTruths #GrapeVineSA

We did a quick search on Google to find out what the average Open Rate of Non-Profit emails are. Nonprofit Tech for Good stated the following: "Nonprofits have an average open rate of 28.59% and an average click rate of 3.29%." https://lnkd.in/gTnziwPB CauseVox quotes Mailchimp: “The average open rate for nonprofit emails is 25.96%, compared to the universal email open rate of 6%…” They also mentioned that the best time for nonprofits to send a newsletter is on Mondays at 6:00am. Do you agree? What is your NPOs newsletter Open Rate and do you have any tips to share with us? Here are 10 tips that might help you improve your next email fundraising campaign: 1️. Write attention-grabbing subject lines that invite donors to open the mail 2️. Don't overlook the preview text - it's your secondary chance to motivate readers. 3️. Test the effectiveness of text-only emails - they may surprise you! 4️. Vary the “sender” to boost open rates and engagement. 5️. Tell compelling stories that resonate emotionally with donors. 6️. Experiment with different email lengths and measure their impact on giving. 7️. Be direct in your fundraising asks - donors appreciate clarity and purpose. 8️. Ensure a consistent look and feel from email to landing page to minimize friction and confusion. 9️. Create clear and compelling calls to action that prompt immediate action. 10. Always be testing. Use A/B testing to refine your email strategy and maximize results. (What is A/B testing? A/B testing (also called split testing) is when you compare two versions of a web page or newsletter to figure out the better performing variation.) #EmailFundraising #NonProfitTips #GrapeVineSA #ActionForGood #NPOConsultant #FundraisingConsultant

Let’s start the week strong with another tax myth busted! Today’s myth is that PBO’s can’t make, or are restricted from making money from trade activities. FACT: Income generated from trading unrelated to the entity’s public benefit activities (including all rental income) is taxable after taking account of the tax exempt portion (the basic exemption of R200 000 or 5% of gross annual receipts, whichever is greater) and the expenditure related to the generation of that income. QUESTION: How does your organisation generate income? Social Enterprise is one of the strongest tools in any NGO’s box in order to generate income for themselves. Perhaps you have a garden that you can sell veggies from, or parking spaces that you could rent out. However you choose to generate an income, you can connect with people who are after your goods and services on the GrapeVineSA Directory. Let’s chat and get your organisation signed up! #NGOTaxFacts #TaxTruths #GrapeVineSA

May your Easter weekend be filled with joy, happiness, and new memories shared with friends and family.

Why are NPOs are Crucial for South Africa's Growth and Wellbeing: Filling Service Gaps: NPOs provide essential healthcare, education, and disaster relief that government programs might not fully cover. #SocialSafetyNet #CommunitySupport Mobilizing Resources: NPOs efficiently gather volunteers and resources to tackle social challenges and drive community development projects. #Empowerment #GrassrootsAction Boosting the Economy: NPOs create jobs and foster innovation across various sectors, contributing to economic growth. #JobCreation #SustainableDevelopment Advocacy & Change: NPOs champion social change, fight for human rights, and promote environmental conservation, paving the way for a more just and sustainable society. #HumanRights #EnvironmentalProtection

It's Monday, so we’re back with another Tax Tip! Question: Does your organisation have S18A approval? Our second myth is that PBO approval automatically equals S18A approval. FACT: Not all PBOs are granted Section 18A status by SARS. Only approved PBOs that carry out specific public benefit activities and have a confirming letter from SARS may issue a section 18A receipt for a “bona fide donation”. What is a bona fide donation?  A bona fide donation is a genuine gift freely given out of generosity. It comes with no strings attached and offers no advantage or reward for the donor. #NGOTaxFacts #TaxTruths #GrapeVineSA #ActionForGood

1. Eden on the Bay, Melkbos 2. Camphill Village, West Coast 3. Fisantekraal, Durbanville 4. SARDA, Constantia

Happy Human Rights Day, South Africa! Today let's delve into the essence of rights and responsibilities. All children are endowed with rights within our constitution, however, with these rights, come great responsibilities. Children have the RIGHT  to make mistakes but the  RESPONSIBILITY  to learn from these mistakes and grow into responsible individuals. Children have the RIGHT to be well-fed and nurtured, and the RESPONSIBILITY of not wasting food, understanding the value of resources. Every child has the RIGHT  to play, relax, and engage in various activities and the RESPONSIBILITY  of inclusivity. Every child should feel welcomed and included in games and activities. All children have the RIGHT to voice their opinion, and the RESPONSIBILITY to listen to and respect the opinions of others. Every child has the RIGHT to a good education, and the RESPONSIBILITY to do their best at school. #HumanRightsDay #ChildrensRights #ResponsibilityMatters