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Nonprofit Standard | Winter 2022
Posted by Sarah Hopkins on January 04, 2023
Take a look inside the Winter 2022 Nonprofit Standard Newsletter.
Nonprofits: Build-up Your Operating Reserves
Posted by Robert Torella on November 29, 2022
Just like the experts recommend you have an emergency fund for personal expenses, the same is true of building up your operating reserves. Start with a written policy and plan to weather emergencies.
Nonprofit Standard | Fall 2022
Posted by Sarah Hopkins on October 07, 2022
Take a look inside the Fall 2022 Nonprofit Standard Newsletter.
Required Documentation to Keep your Tax-Exempt Status
Posted by Sarah Hopkins on October 03, 2022
If your nonprofit loses its tax-exempt status for failure to file Form 990, don’t panic. You can submit an application to the IRS for reinstatement. But don’t wait! This is what you need to do.
Nonprofit Budget Ideas for 2023
Posted by Elizabeth Krause on September 22, 2022
We are all guilty of working on autopilot, especially for annual projects like budgets. Take a closer look at your budget for 2023, perhaps these ideas will give your organization a way to rethink the process.
Build a Better Board
Posted by Cathleen Karpik on September 21, 2022
Your nonprofit Board should be an extension of management. It is important to consider individuals who value your mission and willingness to be supportive both as a volunteer and financially.
Employee Code of Ethics Helps To Lower Fraud Losses
Posted by Jill Johnson on August 31, 2022
Requiring staffers to read and sign a code of ethics enables you to share and promote your nonprofit’s values. As a bonus, these codes are associated with reduced occupational fraud losses.
Diversify Nonprofit Revenue Streams
Posted by Peter DeSabio on August 22, 2022
The pandemic tested the financial mettle of most nonprofits. If yours has only barely survived the trial, you may need to increase the number of revenue streams feeding into your budget. Here’s how.
Nonprofit Standard | Summer 2022
Posted by Robert Torella on August 11, 2022
Take a look inside the Summer 2022 Nonprofit Standard Newsletter.
Tips for A Better Annual Report
Posted by Elizabeth Krause on August 11, 2022
The audience for your nonprofit’s annual report is probably bigger than you think. So instead of dreading the task of writing it, embrace the opportunity to communicate your mission, share your values and sell your programs.