Non-profits, foundations and 501(c)3 organizations - A lawyer breaks it down (in layman terms)

Canton MA native (now a DC resident) Eric Paisner is not only an avid and active supporter of the fight against Sanfilippo Syndrome -  he has donated, advised, and actively participated in the Save Connor / Cure Sanfilippo Foundation fundraising campaign over the years - but he also happens to be a lawyer.  And a very smart one at that.  So I called upon my former high school classmate and longtime close friend to share his wisdom with us.  Eric has worked most of his career as an attorney in the non-profit space, and therefore knows the ins and outs of setting up and operating nonprofits and foundations. In the rare disease world, parents and caregivers often hear a lot of jargon and conversations around non-profits, foundations, charitable giving, etc.  What is a 501c3? And why are certain fundraising vehicles tax-advantageous over others?  This lawyer explains. 

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