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Pompano Beach: A Diverse Community Awaits Your Impact
The environmental allure of Pompano Beach, with its beautiful beaches and marine life, beckons for stewardship and conservation efforts. Nonprofits focusing on marine biology education, beach clean-up initiatives, and coral reef preservation can harness the community's love for its natural resources, mobilizing support for sustainability and ecological awareness.
Moreover, Pompano Beach's evolution into a tech hub presents unprecedented opportunities for nonprofits in the realm of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education. By fostering technological literacy and innovation among underserved communities, nonprofits can play a crucial role in preparing residents for the future, ensuring equal access to opportunities in the burgeoning tech sector.
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Crafting Legal Strategies for Nonprofit Visionaries in Pompano Beach
Embarking on a nonprofit venture in Pompano Beach demands not just passion and vision but also a solid legal foundation. Chisholm Law Firm specializes in translating nonprofit ambitions into reality, guiding founders through every step of the legal process. Our proficiency in securing 501(c)(3) status, demonstrated by a near-perfect success rate, is just the beginning. We offer strategic legal counsel on incorporation, governance, tax compliance, and ongoing operational challenges, tailored to the unique landscape of Pompano Beach.
Our approach is holistic, considering the intricate weave of local and federal regulations that affect nonprofit operations. By providing detailed, personalized legal advice, we ensure your organization not only launches successfully but continues to thrive, making a lasting difference in the Pompano Beach community.
Meet Our Attorney Audrey K. Chisholm, Esq.
Audrey’s passion for helping people start their own nonprofit organizations came from adversity. She started her nonprofit, Revolution Leadership, Inc., as a college student. Although she had big dreams for the organization – she couldn’t seem to get grants or donations to help grow the organization. She paid for the expenses of the nonprofit out of her own pocket from her summer internships and was only able to host smaller programs due to the limited budget.
Things changed when began studying nonprofit law while in law school. She learned strategies that major law firms used when forming nonprofits for their clients and studied the best practices of the most successful nonprofits. She realized that due to the the way her nonprofit was structured – she was missing out on funding opportunities.
Using her newfound legal knowledge, she obtained 501c3 tax-exempt status and grew her nonprofit into an organization that has served 1,689 students and has awarded 34 college scholarships. As a result, Revolution Leadership® receives major grants from Wells Fargo®, Enterprise® as well as corporate sponsorships from Wal-mart®, Olive Garden® and Chick-fil-A®.
She graduated from law school and started Chisholm Law Firm, PLLC – a firm that would help others form nonprofits that would be eligible for major grant funding. Audrey’s nonprofit practice includes having successfully formed 501c3 tax-exempt nonprofit organizations for clients throughout the United States ranging from startups to a Fortune 500 company.
She is a published author and her latest book became the #1 bestselling book in the Nonprofit Management and Leadership category on Amazon called "Start A 501c3 Nonprofit That Doesn’t Ruin Your Life: How to Legally Structure Your Nonprofit to Avoid I.R.S. Trouble, Lawsuits, Financial Scandals & More!"
She has served on the board of directors of several prominent nonprofit organizations including the board of directors for Omicron Delta Kappa Leadership Honor Society for six years and the board of the Florida State University Torchbearers and Florida State University Recent Graduate Development Council with combined annual budgets exceeding $1 million.
Attorney Chisholm is a member in good standing of the Florida Bar. She is an AV-Preeminent Rated attorney by Martindale-Hubbell® which is the highest distinction a lawyer can achieve. She has been nominated for the Florida Legal Elite award, which recognizes the state’s top lawyers as selected by their peers.
Attorney Chisholm was awarded the “Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition” by the United States House of Representatives for her work in the community. She was nominated for the 2012 Presidential Citizens Medal awarded by President Obama. She was also featured in the November 2011 issue of Black Enterprise®, a national business magazine for “Making A Difference.” She is the recipient of the Mayor’s Humanitarian Award as well as the Orlando Magic® NBA Team “Magic Maker” award for her contributions to the community.
She is happily married to Dr. Juan P. Chisholm and enjoys being a wife and mother of three beautiful daughters and one son. She has over 14,000 followers on Twitter.
She believes in the Biblical principle of tithing and donates regularly to her local church as well as other charitable organizations.
EDUCATION:
- Juris Doctorate, Florida A&M University College of Law B.S.
- Florida State University La Universidad Politecnica de Valencia, Spain (studies in international business)
AWARDS & RECOGNITION:
- The Florida Bar, Member in good standing
- United States House of Representatives “Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition”
- Mayor’s Humanitarian Award
- Outstanding Lawyer Award, Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity
- NBA Team Orlando Magic® “Magic Maker” Award
- Outstanding Alumna Award, Omicron Delta Kappa, Inc.
- Reubin Askew Young Alumni Award, Florida State University
- Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing U.S. Private Companies
- Law Firm 500 Award for 12th fastest growing law firm in the U.S.
- Rising Star” Award for top 2.5% of lawyers in the State of Florida.
Igniting Change and Fostering Growth in Pompano Beach
Pompano Beach, with its dynamic mix of environmental beauty, technological advancement, and cultural diversity, presents a vibrant ecosystem for nonprofits ready to make a difference. Your organization has the potential to bridge gaps, enrich lives, and protect the natural environment, contributing to a sustainable and inclusive future for Pompano Beach.
Teaming up with Chisholm Law Firm means your nonprofit journey in Pompano Beach is supported by unparalleled legal experience. We're committed to ensuring your organization's mission is not just a dream but a growing, impactful reality. Let's leverage Pompano Beach's unique potential together, building a community that's more connected, educated, and environmentally conscious.
Embark on your Pompano Beach nonprofit venture with the confidence that comes from having a dedicated legal ally. Together, we can chart a new course of community service, innovation, and growth, setting new standards for what it means to make a difference in Pompano Beach and beyond.