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Aim High for High School

Review Employee Handbook

Summary:

Help a nonprofit offering free summer enrichment programs to low-income students by reviewing their employee handbook.

Referred by:

  • Anonymous Collaborator
Jurisdictions: CA
About the Organization: Aim High for High School offers transformative summer enrichment programs that empower middle-schoolers from low-income neighborhoods, igniting their love of learning and yielding real results – 98% of Aim High alumni graduate high school and go on to college.
Legal Entity Type: Nonprofit/Charity
SDG(s):Good Health and Well Being, Quality Education, Reduced Inequalities
Legal Issue(s):

The Aim High team is seeking assistance reviewing their employee handbook. All of their employees live and work in California.

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The Peninsula College Fund

Advise on Classifying Employees for Overtime

Summary:

Help a non-profit supporting low-income, first-generation college students by advising on employee classifications for overtime.

Referred by:

Jurisdictions: California
About the Organization: The Peninsula College Fund supports low-income, first-generation students in their quest for a college degree and meaningful employment post-college.
Legal Entity Type: Nonprofit/Charity
SDG(s):Decent Work and Economic Growth, Quality Education, Reduced Inequalities
Legal Issue(s):

The Peninsula College Fund has 14 full time employees, all located in California. Currently, employees who work beyond 8 hours a day are given comp time, rather than overtime pay. They hope to change that starting at the beginning of their new fiscal year (July 1, 2023). The organization’s HR team is seeking assistance with the process of classifying exempt and non-exempt employees for overtime. Also, they would appreciate assistance understanding the consequences of this shift. For example, will they be at risk of owing backpay? How can they make this transition as clear and seamless for employees? Finally, if possible, the Peninsula College Fund team would also appreciate a review of their employee handbook. The Executive Director/HR manager is an attorney and recently had help redlining the current version from a former colleague. However, they would love a review by a qualified attorney. If a volunteer cannot assist with both pieces, assistance with either one of these projects would be very valuable.

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GASP

Review/Update Employee Handbook

Summary:

Review and update an employee handbook on behalf of a nonprofit fighting to advance healthy air and environmental justice in Alabama.

Referred by:

  • Anonymous Collaborator
Jurisdictions: Alabama
About the Organization: GASP’s mission is to advance healthy air and environmental justice in the Greater-Birmingham area through education, advocacy, and collaboration. The organization strives to reduce air pollution, to educate the public on the health risks associated with poor air quality and to encourage community leaders to serve as role models for clean air and clean energy development
Legal Entity Type: Nonprofit/Charity
SDG(s):Affordable and Clean Energy, Climate Action, Good Health and Well Being, Reduced Inequalities, Sustainable Cities and Communities
Legal Issue(s):

Over the past few years, the GASP team has grown from three employees to seven, and they plan to onboard two additional people. Due to this expansion, GASP’s Executive Director is seeking assistance reviewing and updating the organization’s employee handbook. All individuals live and work in Alabama.

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Led By Foundation

Review/Advise on Independent Contractor Agreement

Summary:

Assist a nonprofit supporting Indian Muslim women by reviewing an Independent Contractor agreement and advising on implications under US law.

Referred by:

Jurisdictions: U.S. (nonprofit registered in MA)
About the Organization: Led By Foundation transforms Indian Muslim Women’s education into empowerment by providing them with real-life career skills, a supportive ecosystem, and access to the right opportunities and networks.
Legal Entity Type: Nonprofit/Charity
SDG(s):Decent Work and Economic Growth, Gender Equality, Reduced Inequalities
Legal Issue(s):

Led By Foundation is registered as a 501c3 in the United States and is also registered as a nonprofit in India. The organization’s CEO & Founder is based out of the United States, but the remaining four team members are in India. They are treated as independent contractors, not employees, and do not receive benefits. Currently, two of the four individuals are paid out of Led By’s U.S. bank account. Led By’s CEO is now seeking assistance reviewing the Independent Contractor agreement these individuals signed, as well as a consultation to discuss any red flags/implications under U.S. law.

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The Education Trust

Consultation on Employee Unionization

Summary:

Advise nonprofit working to improve education opportunities for low income students on considerations in the event employees unionize.

Referred by:

  • Anonymous Collaborator
Jurisdictions: U.S.
About the Organization: The Education Trust (Ed Trust) advocates for the high academic achievement of all students, particularly those of color or living in poverty. They work with educators, policymakers, parents, and community leaders across the country to transform schools into institutions that serve all students well.
Legal Entity Type: Nonprofit/Charity
SDG(s):Partnerships to achieve the Goals, Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions, Quality Education, Reduced Inequalities
Legal Issue(s):

Ed Trust is seeking a consultation to discuss factors to consider if their employees decide to unionize.

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