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Mission Minded Nonprofits

Board Committees

Posted on December 26, 2018

The board of a nonprofit organization is ultimately responsible for the organization.  However, committees can be useful in assisting…

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Qualified Transportation Fringes for Nonprofits

Posted on December 12, 2018

One of the provisions included in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act approved on December 20, 2017 relates to nonprofit organizations and unrelated…

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Fundraising Tips for Board Members

Posted on November 28, 2018

One of the Ten Basic Responsibilities of Nonprofit Boards is to ensure adequate financial resources.  This includes fundraising. …

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Special Events Accounting

Posted on November 14, 2018

Many nonprofit organizations hold an annual special event to raise funds.  Often times an auction is part of the event.  Whether…

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Tax Cuts and Jobs Act Effect on Special Events

Posted on October 31, 2018

The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act that took effect January 1, 2018, has had a significant effect on the deductibility of meals and entertainment of…

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Mission Moment

Posted on October 17, 2018

Nonprofit organizations exist for a purpose, their mission.  Whether it be related to children, reading, animals or religion, an…

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5 Things to Know if You are New to Nonprofits

Posted on October 03, 2018

1   “Nonprofit” does not mean “no profit”.  Being a nonprofit does not mean that an organization…

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Form 990, Schedule B Changes

Posted on September 19, 2018

Nonprofit organizations filing Form 990 or 990-EZ are required to complete Schedule B, Schedule of Contributors, that provides additional…

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Using Benford’s Law for Fraudulent Activity

Posted on September 05, 2018

Fraud is always a concern in nonprofit organizations.  One tool that can help spot and stop fraudulent activity is the application of…

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Asset Replacement Plan

Posted on August 22, 2018

An asset replacement plan allows an organization to better manage its resources and plan for future asset replacements.  Capital assets…

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