TACS provides a range of resources for nonprofit staff and board members, from those just thinking of becoming tax exempt, to those needing help resolving a complex nonprofit issue. TACS’ New and Next Steps Supporting Communities of Color As part of ongoing efforts to support nonprofit organizations rooted in communities of color, TACS had the opportunity to bring noted philanthropy and diversity expert, Ron McKinley, to Portland in September, 2007. Through a series of different events, McKinley's visit helped spark discussion on ways to support communities of color. This section provides highlights of Ron's visit as well as information about upcoming programs focused on communities of color. Highlights From The Ron McKinley Visit Technical Assistance Funds (TA Funds) / Scholarships Your nonprofit may qualify for financial assistance with the cost of obtaining the training or consultation you need to strengthen your management or board, or to develop a strategic plan, assess and plan for technology, or improve your funding strategy. More on TA Funds and Scholarships Legal Help Need legal review of your by-laws, personnel policies, leases or other contracts? Need guidance on tough issues around employment, the IRS, or contract compliance. You may qualify for no-charge legal assistance through the Multnomah Bar Young Lawyers Section Nonprofit Pro Bono Project. Legal Help we can provide Helpline Online Get no-charge help with the challenges of creating and operating a nonprofit organization through TACS Helpline Online. Through our list of Helpline answers you can find information on a variety of nonprofit issues from starting a nonprofit to Board training and everything in between. Helpline answers Consultant Referral TACS helps nonprofits find experienced, effective consultants. More Information TACS NEWS Every quarter, TACS NEWS reaches over 5,000 Oregon and Washington nonprofits with tips, updates and news of nonprofit training opportunities. Archived newsletters Publications Find publications on a wide variety of nonprofit topics in our publications section. Publication list. Order the Oregon Nonprofit Corporation Handbook for information about running a nonprofit. Useful Links Great resources for nonprofits online. Learn which sites will best meet your needs and find new websites you didn't know about. Useful links