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Manodharma

Draft Memorandum of Understanding

Summary:

Assist a nonprofit that supports educators/entrepreneurs across the US and India by drafting an MOU.

Referred by:

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Jurisdictions: US
About the Organization: Manodharma is an integrating organization that enables educators and entrepreneurs in the US and India to work together to scale and sustain social good. By way of example, Manodharma partnered with another US – based nonprofit to distribute 450,000 books to children in need across India.
Legal Entity Type: Nonprofit/Charity
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SDG(s):Decent Work and Economic Growth, End Poverty, Gender Equality, Partnerships to achieve the Goals, Quality Education, Reduced Inequalities
Legal Issue(s):

The founder of Manodharma has developed a relationship with an organization that created a mobile app to teach English, math, and job skills. They plan to work together to bring the solution to individuals across India. Manodharma’s founder is seeking assistance drafting an MOU sets forth the terms of their relationship/work.

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Justice 4 Housing

Revise Template Independent Contractor Agreement

Summary:

Assist a non-profit working to end housing discrimination and homelessness among individuals impacted by domestic violence and incarceration by reviewing and updating the organization’s template Independent Contractor agreement.

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Jurisdictions: US
About the Organization: Justice 4 Housing is a grassroots organization committed to ending housing discrimination and homelessness for justice involved individuals impacted by domestic violence and incarceration
Legal Entity Type: Nonprofit/Charity
SDG(s):Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions, Reduced Inequalities, Sustainable Cities and Communities
Legal Issue(s):

The Justice 4 Housing team is seeking assistance reviewing their template Independent Contractor agreement to ensure it adequately protects their needs.

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Pathos Labs

Review Contract/Advise on Potential Refund

Summary:

Assist a nonprofit working with tv show writers by advising of the possibility of receiving a refund under certain contract terms.

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Jurisdictions: U.S.
About the Organization: Pathos Labs is a nonprofit laboratory focused on finding ways in which media and entertainment can accelerate compassion and dismantle hatred. Their largest current initiative is Popshift, which brings together some of Hollywood’s leading television writers and some of the world’s most insightful experts, to find ways in which their television shows can have a positive impact.
Legal Entity Type: Nonprofit/Charity
SDG(s):Good Health and Well Being, Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
Legal Issue(s):

Due to the pandemic, Pathos Labs spent a substantial amount of money on a subscription for a virtual event platform. The platform was created by a relatively new startup and unfortunately has serious bugs that have made it unusable. Pathos Labs requested, but did not receive, a refund. They are now seeking assistance from an attorney to review the contract and consider if there is a case for them to get their money back.

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