Written by esteemed non-profit expert Jerald Jacobs whose firm has been involved in mergers of non profits in virtually every state, this book provides legal background on the topic of combinations between non-profit entities. It offers simple, straightforward advice on how to approach combinations of non profits and a list of things that should not be overlooked.

The book is not intended to replace experienced professionals, but instead help organise and focus the work of individuals responsible for forming a combination of non-profit organisations. The appendix contains the statutes regulating legal combinations of non profits in 12 key states where the majority of non profits are likely incorporated.