Teranga Law by Cissé-Green, P.C.

06/23/2026

Bismillah. Nangadef, community.
I need to talk to every nonprofit leader, every masjid board member, every community organization coordinator who's reading this. Something changed that affects you directly.
For almost six years, the IRS would not accept group exemption applications. The door is open again. But the rules are completely different now.
One group exemption per central organization. A minimum number of subordinate organizations. Every branch has to share the same tax-exempt category and purpose statement. Everything is electronic — Form 8940 through Pay.gov. The fee is $3,500.
And if you already hold a group exemption? You have until January 2027 to get your house in order.
I hear people say, "Oh, that's plenty of time." It's not. Start now.
Oh — and paper applications? Done. Everything for 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) is electronic now.
I help faith-based organizations, community nonprofits, and NGOs navigate this from the very first conversation. Step by step. Ndank ndank.

Share this with someone who leads a nonprofit. They need to see this.

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06/21/2026

Happy Father's Day to all the dads and father figures celebrating today! Wishing you a wonderful day surrounded by family. 👨‍👧‍👦

06/19/2026

Today, our firm observes Juneteenth. On June 19, 1865, freedom was declared for enslaved people in Texas, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation, marking a pivotal moment in the long road toward justice and equality in America. We take this day to honor that history and the generations who carried its legacy forward.

06/16/2026

🌍 Happy Day of the African Child!

Every child deserves to be safe, heard, educated, and empowered to reach their full potential.

On this special day, we celebrate the strength, dreams, and promise of Africa’s children while reaffirming our commitment to protecting their rights and building a brighter future for generations to come.

Together, let’s continue to stand up for every child’s dignity and opportunity.

💚 Happy Day of the African Child!



Anta Cisse-Green

06/12/2026

Jamm ngeen am, family.

I want to share something with y'all that comes up in nearly every estate planning conversation I have — because once people hear it, they wish they had known sooner.

A Power of Attorney is just as important as a will.

Here is why.

A will only works after you pass away. That is what most people focus on — what happens after. But what about right now? What about the in-between? What happens if you become sick, injured, or unable to make decisions while still alive?

Without a Power of Attorney in place, your family may need to go all the way to court — spending time they do not have, money they did not plan for, and emotional energy in the middle of an already hard moment — just to help you pay your bills or make medical decisions.

A POA lets you pick someone you trust to act for you NOW, while you are alive. One document. Big protection. There are two pieces, and they fit together:
- A Durable Power of Attorney handles your financial matters.
- A Health Care Proxy handles medical decisions. Without these, even the most loving family is left guessing — or worse, fighting.

(FR) Une procuration est aussi importante qu'un testament. Un testament ne fonctionne qu'après votre décès. La procuration vous protège de votre vivant.

(WO) Begg naa la wax dëgg — plan today so your family never has to fight in court tomorrow. Share this with someone you love. That is teranga. Your Legal Family is here.

Let’s talk about why having a Power of Attorney is just as important as having a will.

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Anta Cisse-Green

Teranga Law by Cisse-Green, P.C. is a trusted nonprofit (NGO) lawyer in New York, providing legal guidance on formation, compliance, governance, and regulatory matters for charitable organizations.

06/02/2026

Question for my diaspora community: 🌍

How many of you are part of a WhatsApp group or informal collective that pools money to support projects back home?

Maybe it started small—helping a cousin with school fees or contributing to a family emergency.

But over time, it grew.

Now you're: • Coordinating with 30+ people • Managing $5K+ per month• Funding multiple community projects • Making collective decisions about impact

And someone inevitably says: "Should we make this official?"

Here's what I'm seeing:

SO MANY of these informal giving circles are ready to transition into structured nonprofits. But they're stuck because:

❌ "We can't afford $15,000 in legal fees" ❌ "We don't want to lose the family feeling" ❌ "Nonprofits feel too American/corporate" ❌ "We just want to help our village, not file paperwork"

I get it. ALL of it.

But here's the thing:

Without structure, you're limited to: • No tax deductions for donors • No access to foundation grants • No legal protection for organizers • Hard to scale beyond personal networks • Difficult to pass to next generation

WITH structure (501c3), you unlock: ✅ Tax-deductible donations (donors can give MORE) ✅ Grant eligibility ✅ Legal protection ✅ Institutional credibility ✅ Multi-generational sustainability

And it doesn't have to mean losing your soul or your culture.

At Teranga Law, we specialize in helping diaspora giving circles transition from informal → formal while KEEPING what makes you special.

Because you can be: 🇸🇳 Senegalese AND 🇺🇸 American ❤️ Heart-led AND 📋 Compliant 👥 Community-based AND 🏛️ Institutional

Both/and. Always.

Drop a ❤️ if this resonates. Comment with questions. Let's figure this out together. 🌳
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⚖️ Attorney Advertising. Teranga Law by Cissé-Green, P.C. | 43 West 43rd Street, Suite 416, New York, NY 10036 | 212.859.5054. Admitted in New York and New Jersey. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. This post is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice or create an attorney-client relationship.

Teranga Law by Cisse-Green, P.C. is a trusted nonprofit (NGO) lawyer in New York, providing legal guidance on formation, compliance, governance, and regulatory matters for charitable organizations.

05/31/2026

Story time about Maria, an ED I met last month. 📖

Maria runs an amazing youth program. Budget: $180K. Staff: 3. Kids served: 200+.

She's brilliant. Creative. Dedicated. And completely exhausted.

"I spend every Sunday doing legal stuff," she told me. "Looking up regulations. Updating policies. Trying to figure out if our gift acknowledgments are compliant."

"Every Sunday?" I asked.

"Every. Single. Sunday. 4-6 hours. Sometimes more when we're close to the 990 deadline."

I did the math with her:

Time Investment:�• 5 hours/week × 52 weeks = 260 hours/year�• That's 6.5 FULL WORK WEEKS annually

What She Wasn't Doing During Those 260 Hours:�• Writing the grants that could fund new positions�• Meeting with the families who need the program�• Developing the expansion plan she's been dreaming about�• Resting (revolutionary concept!)

The Stress Cost:�"I'm constantly worried I'm missing something," she said. "What if I filled out the 990 wrong? What if our board structure isn't compliant? What if we lose our status over something stupid I didn't know?"

The Actual Money Cost:�Last year, they got flagged for a minor filing error. Penalty: $5,000. Legal fees to fix it: $3,800.

That "$0 legal budget" just cost $8,800. Plus 260 hours. Plus immeasurable stress.

I showed her what professional support could look like:�✅ $650/month ($7,800/year)�✅ All compliance handled�✅ Expert review of everything�✅ No more Sunday anxiety

She literally cried.

"You mean I could have my Sundays back?"

Yes, Maria. You can have your Sundays back.

If you're spending hours every week on DIY legal work, let's talk about what's actually possible.

Your mission—and your Sundays—are worth protecting. 🌳

📧 Comment "SUNDAY" and I'll send you info!

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⚖️ Attorney Advertising. Teranga Law by Cissé-Green, P.C. | 43 West 43rd Street, Suite 416, New York, NY 10036 | 212.859.5054. Admitted in New York and New Jersey. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. This post is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice or create an attorney-client relationship.

Teranga Law by Cisse-Green, P.C. is a trusted nonprofit (NGO) lawyer in New York, providing legal guidance on formation, compliance, governance, and regulatory matters for charitable organizations.

05/27/2026

On the occasion of Eid al-Adha, our team extends its warmest wishes to our clients, partners, colleagues, and communities.

May this blessed celebration bring peace, wisdom, prosperity, and unity to you and your loved ones.

Eid Mubarak from all of us at Teranga Law.

05/26/2026

Can we talk about something that's been bothering me?

💭I keep seeing small nonprofit leaders stressed out because they're trying to use legal templates and advice designed for organizations 50 times their size.

It's like... imagine you have a rowboat. A perfectly good rowboat that gets you where you need to go.

But everyone keeps handing you instruction manuals for yachts. 🚢

"Just follow these 47 steps for optimal performance!" "You'll need a crew of 12 minimum." "Install this $50,000 navigation system."

You're like... "I have a rowboat. And a paddle. And a good sense of direction. I just need to know how to patch the leak and avoid the rocks."

That's what I see happening with small nonprofits and legal services.

Organizations with one Executive Director wearing 7 hats are being told to implement compliance frameworks designed for institutions with entire legal departments.

Community groups with $150K budgets are handed 40-page policy templates written for universities with $10M endowments.

It's not helping. It's overwhelming.

At Teranga Law, we're building something different: ✅ Legal advice for YOUR actual reality
✅ Templates you can actually use
✅ Plain language you can actually understand
✅ Pricing you can actually afford

Your rowboat doesn't need a yacht manual.

It needs someone who knows rowboats. Who's been in rowboats. Who can help you navigate your specific waters.

That's what we do. 🌳

Questions? Drop them in the comments—I'm here to help!

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05/18/2026

Welcome to Teranga Law.

We are so glad you found us.
Teranga is the Wolof word for hospitality — the idea that when you welcome someone, their wellbeing becomes part of your own. It is also how we practice law.
Founded by Anta Cissé-Green, Esq., LLM, Teranga Law by Cissé-Green, P.C. is a boutique firm serving nonprofits, faith-based organizations, mission-driven businesses, and diaspora families across the U.S. and Senegal.

Whether you are launching a nonprofit, planning your family's legacy, building a business, or navigating life across two continents — we are here to walk alongside you. In English, in French, in Wolof.

With warmth, with precision, and with the conviction that good counsel should never feel like a courtroom.
Less courtroom. More kitchen table. Law as an act of love.

📍 New York · New Jersey · Dakar
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Teranga Law by Cisse-Green, P.C. is a trusted nonprofit (NGO) lawyer in New York, providing legal guidance on formation, compliance, governance, and regulatory matters for charitable organizations.