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Do “collective impact” initiative across organizations help your nonprofit expand its reach?
As not-for-profits taking on broader societal and cultural issues, such as income equality, access to healthcare, some are looking to
Selling Donors on Unrestricted Gifts
Many well-intentioned donors prefer “restricted” gifts earmarked for a specific program or initiative. Yet unrestricted gifts provide the flexibility nonprofits
Three tips for submitting a winning grant proposal
For many nonprofits, grant funding is essential—and securing it can be stressful given the high stakes and stiff competition. The
Four common pitfalls of nonprofit exempt status
A nonprofit’s tax exempt status is not a given once it is granted. Rather, it is an ongoing characterization that
The Benefits of Using a Business Mindset with Your Nonprofit
While nonprofits differ from for-profits in structure and purpose, both can learn from each other. For-profit leaders can adopt nonprofits’
What you need to know about D&O insurance for nonprofits
D&O insurance refers to directors and officers liability insurance and it is meant to mitigate the personal responsibility of certain
Board Members: 4 Financial Risk Indicators
One of the key responsibilities of a board is to monitor the nonprofit’s finances and guide the organization toward long-term
The Basics of Holding a Raffle for Your Non-Profit
Holding a raffle can be a powerful way to boost your nonprofit’s fundraising efforts—but it’s important to handle it the
Practices for a Healthy Operating Reserve
Maintaining a healthy operating reserve is vital for ensuring your nonprofit’s long-term financial stability. This reserve acts as a safety
The Benefits of a Hands-On Approach to Unemployment Insurance
Unemployment costs can be a significant line item for nonprofits, however, it may be costing you more than it needs
Deciphering the Many Motivations Behind Charitable Giving
Charitable giving in America has long been driven by a mix of personal, financial, and social motivations. Understanding what inspires
3 Common Mistakes that Get Non-Profits in Tax Trouble
Mistakes happen—managing a nonprofit is complex, and even the most experienced organizations can face financial and compliance challenges. Some errors
5 Steps for a Successful Non-Profit Survey
Surveys play a key role in helping non-profits identify member needs to better their programs, outreach, and development programs. However,
3 Ways to Connect your Development and Accounting Departments
Communication between departments in anon-profit facilitates collaboration, fostering an understanding of different roles within the organization, and more connections to
Streamline your Non-Profit’s Accounting Functions
Every nonprofit relies on key operational processes that must be performed consistently. Optimizing these workflows is essential to improving efficiency
2018 Year-end Tax Planning – Strategies for Individuals and Businesses to Save Tax Dollars
As the end of the year approaches, it is a good time to think of planning moves that will help
Transitioning your Non-Profit from Overhead to Impact
Local and national watchdog groups have played an important role in helping donors identify questionable non-profits for decades. However, the
Leveraging Accountability to Grow your Non-Profit
Your non-profit’s mission is the core of your organization, and it is imperative that not only does your organization make