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Nonprofit Fixer
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
When you’re busy leading a nonprofit—developing program strategies, cultivating donors, supporting staff—thinking about accounting and finance can feel like an afterthought. But to be successful, nonprofit leaders need a functional grasp of the basics of nonprofit accounting and financial management.
The Charity CFO
FEBRUARY 27, 2023
A position to oversee finances may sound a lot like an accountant, but there are important distinctions between the two. Many nonprofits do not have in-house accountants and choose to outsource instead. What are the qualifications for nonprofit treasurer duties?
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Top Nonprofits
FEBRUARY 24, 2023
There are many categories of nonprofits, but nonprofits need a charitable purpose to qualify as a 501(c)(3). This purpose might be religious, scientific, literary, or educational. Have a detailed financial plan and accounting system in place. A full list of charitable purposes can be found in IRS Publication 557.
NonProfit Leadership Alliance
FEBRUARY 18, 2025
Its no secret that effective financial management is critical for nonprofits to thrive. However, many aspects of nonprofit finance can be confusing or difficult to navigate, from deciding how much of your budget to spend on overhead to choosing an accounting platform to organize your records. Did you enjoy this story?
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