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Using Benchmarking to Measure Nonprofit Performance
Posted by Robert Torella on June 19, 2023
Who needs benchmarking? You, your nonprofit’s employees and board of directors do! We explain how best to measure performance to reach mission-critical goals.
Nonprofit Standard | Spring 2023
Posted by on May 10, 2023
Take a look inside the Spring 2023 Nonprofit Standard Newsletter.
IRS Audit Rules for Nonprofits
Posted by Robert Torella on April 07, 2023
Your nonprofit may do everything by the book and still be selected for an IRS audit. Don’t panic! We explain the typical correspondence audit process and how to get through it.
Key Measures to Improve Operation Efficiencies for Nonprofits
Posted by Peter DeSabio on April 05, 2023
What if we told you that only four ratios mattered when it came to managing your nonprofit? Okay, that would be an exaggeration, but there are four measures that generally matter more than the rest.
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.