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A Brief History of Nonprofit Organizations (And What We Can Learn)

NonProfit Hub

Though the idea of helping and giving back to others has existed since Biblical times, nonprofit organizations in the United States have a much shorter history. Every couple of decades, a new era ushers in a new set of ideas, principles and practices that affect how the nonprofit sector functions. Go big, or go home.

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15 Tips To Create An Effective 2023 Nonprofit Business Plan

Bloomerang

Creating a nonprofit business plan is an important step for any organization whether you’re about to launch or are well established in your community. . A nonprofit business plan is slightly different to the commercial sector. Government funding and donor support. Long-term term direction of your organization.

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Funding & Grant Resources For Nonprofits Focused On Senior Care

Bloomerang

At Grantli, I have created a state resources page where you can find useful links to state government departments and various other resources. Also, learn exactly how I do my own grant research and how your organization can find more appropriate funders and funding opportunities. Areas served: California (Los Angeles), New York (NYC).

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Fund Accounting for Nonprofits & Charities

The Charity CFO

Nonprofits often receive donations or grants designated for a specific purpose–like a donation to a specific program or grant you have to spend within a calendar year. And the issue of restricted funds presents unique bookkeeping and accounting challenges for a nonprofit that a for-profit company doesn’t face.

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5 Ways to Drive Operational Efficiency in Your Nonprofit Organization

Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

5 Ways to Drive Operational Efficiency in Your Nonprofit Organization. Many Nonprofit Organizations run on a tight budget. More than any other type of business, a nonprofit organization cannot afford to be inefficient in its processes, projects, or the way its staff operates. Here are 5 tips to get started.

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Do Nonprofits Use Cash or Accrual Accounting?

The Charity CFO

But that’s not quite true—nonprofits face a decision between 2 different accounting methods for tracking their financial activity: cash accounting vs. accrual accounting. Is your nonprofit required to use accrual accounting? As an organization grows, it will generally switch to accrual-basis accounting for reasons we explain below.

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What To Do About Fundraising’s Dark Side

The Agitator

But frankly, we wish we were getting even more concerned and constructive response. As Craver points out, not only do the organizations topping CIR’s worst list engage in misleading fundraising, they do so by piggybacking the brands of ethical nonprofits. Name confusion causes lasting harm to honest organizations.

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