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Practices for a Healthy Operating Reserve
An important part of every non-profit’s financial safety net is its operating reserve, which is an unrestricted and relatively liquid
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
The motivations behind American giving have been as varied as they are opaque. From various financial motivations to individual, social,
3 Common Mistakes that Get Non-Profits in Tax Trouble
Mistakes happen – managing a non-profit is too complex for there not to be. Some errors are harder to fix
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 non-profit has operational processes that must be repeated periodically. Optimizing these processes to maximize efficiency is important for ensuring
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
Why Accounting Methods Create Differences in your Financial Statements
Your organization likely develops financial statements internally throughout the years for your Board of Directors. This might include reports every
How to Determine the Value of Donated Items for you Non-Profit
It can be difficult for non-profit organizations to value non-cash and in-kind donations. There are several purposes for valuing donations
Choosing the Right Insurance for your Non-Profit
Risk management is important for every organization to integrate into their operating strategy. Insurance is the cornerstone of any risk
Infographic: Planning expenses
Infographic: For 2018, the threshold for itemizing medical expenses is only 7.5% of AGI. Related Insights for your Nonprofit Tax
How to Keep Volunteers Coming Back to your Non-Profit
While it may be easy to attract motivated volunteers to your organization, it is much more difficult to transform that
How to know if your Non-Profit’s Special Event should be Repeated Next Year
Non-profits use special events to raise large amounts in a short period of time. Most often, the donor receives a
Considering Whether to Compensate your Non-Profit’s Board Members
Non-profit board members are legally able to be compensated, and sometimes it might even be necessary. But is it right
Revisiting the Donor Bill of Rights to Help Evaluate Fundraising at your Non-Profit
The Donor Bill of Rights was designed about 25 years ago to provide an outline of best practices for fundraising