Do You Need a Financial Audit?
Nonprofit organizations play a vital role in our communities, but they also carry a significant responsibility for financial transparency. One crucial aspect of this transparency is the financial audit. In this year particularly, when both grants and donors are...
Riding the Waves: Navigating Job Uncertainty in the Nonprofit World
The nonprofit sector, like many others, is facing its share of challenges. Funding shifts, economic fluctuations, and evolving community needs can create a sense of uncertainty, especially when it comes to job security. If you're a nonprofit staff member feeling the...
The Making of a Robust Volunteer Development Program
Volunteers are the backbone of most nonprofits. They extend our reach to their network, raise money, add their personal skills and knowledge to our braintrust and do a lot of the hard work alongside us. That sounds so nice in a world of shrinking budgets and rising...
Welcome 2025, Now what?
Fundraising in 2025: Navigating Tax Changes, AI, and Donor Decline The new year brings a fresh set of challenges and opportunities for fundraisers. From potential tax law changes and the rapid rise of AI to dwindling donor bases and the complexities of...
Serving Veterans
Supporting Our Heroes: A look at how tailored organizations help veterans Veterans, having served our country with honor and dedication, often face challenges transitioning back to civilian life. Some may face challenges much later in life, particularly with...
Volunteering: More Than Just a Feel-Good Activity
Volunteering Offers Surprising Health Benefits We often think of volunteering as a selfless act that benefits others, but new research shows that it can also have significant health benefits for the volunteer. Studies have found that volunteering can improve mental...
Fundraising Cycle
Fundraising is a cyclical process that involves a series of steps to engage donors and secure gifts. Understanding this cycle is crucial for nonprofits to maximize their fundraising efforts. Let’s break down the key stages:
The Board Treasurer: More Than Just Numbers
The Board Treasurer: More Than Just Numbers Dispelling the Myth: Anyone Can Be a Treasurer Contrary to popular belief, you don't need a CPA or MBA to serve as a board treasurer. If you can manage your personal finances responsibly, you have the foundational skills to...