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An Experimental Approach to Early-Stage Nonprofit Governance

Stanford Social Innovation Review

Interest in early-stage nonprofits within Korea’s social impact ecosystem has increased in recent years, and more and more are garnering financial and organizational support. As one example, in early 2023, Brian Impact Foundation , which focuses on big-bet philanthropy , donated a total of 12.6 billion won (about $9.7

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501(c)(3) Checklist: Preparing for Nonprofit Status

Top Nonprofits

Only qualifying entities can apply for 501(c)(3) determination from the IRS and a nonprofit corporation is one of them. Besides gaining 501(c)(3) status, Foundation Group explains that incorporation is also important for your own personal liability. This purpose might be religious, scientific, literary, or educational.

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Top 5 Nonprofit Financial Red Flags According to a CPA

The Charity CFO

And charity watchdogs like the Better Business Bureau and Charity Navigator use operating reserves as part of their calculations for what they consider a “Quality Nonprofit.” . So if you’re looking to build trust with government grant makers, foundations, or the general public, you’d better have some cash set aside for a rainy day.

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Donor-advised Funds Are Misunderstood, Bound to Be Regulated, and Not Going Anywhere

iMarketSmart

Spurred by a desire to hold nonprofits accountable for the benefits they receive from the tax code, The Tax Reform Act of 1969 serves as an interesting guide for how donor-advised funds may be regulated in coming years. Plus, donors want to self-educate and move on their own timeline. Yes, they are a bit convoluted.

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Should Your Nonprofit Outsource its Bookkeeping Needs?

Foundation Group

The post Should Your Nonprofit Outsource its Bookkeeping Needs? appeared first on Foundation Group®.

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Case Study: Financial Clarity with Modern Nonprofit Accounting Software

The Charity CFO

As stated on their website, “Vermont Adult Learning’s mission is to create an innovative, inclusive, and equitable learning environment that provides personalized opportunities for education and career development for Vermont residents by building relationships, strengthening communities, and fostering lifelong learning.”

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Best Practices when Accounting for Grants

The Charity CFO

The IRS has strict regulations on how to handle grants and charitable contributions, so it is essential that you understand the best practices when accounting for them. Because accurate nonprofit accounting can help with reporting and auditing requirements, and ensure that the funds are being used in accordance with the grantor’s wishes.