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Uncertain Economy — and the Nation's Debt Debate — Snag Nonprofit Finances

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

By Sara Herschander Spending cuts the federal government is considering come at a time when the uncertain economy is making fundraising tough, leading one prominent nonprofit expert to reach a breaking point.

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The 5-Minute Guide to Nonprofit Finances

The Charity CFO

It’s a myth that all stakeholders need to be experts in every aspect of nonprofit finances. Even on nonprofit financial committees, some members may be skilled in accounting, others in banking, and others in investing or financial analysis. Because the basics of nonprofit finances are easy to grasp. .

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Nonprofit Finances: A Quick Guide for Nonprofit Growth

Nonprofit Megaphone

In this guide, we’ll cover the core elements of healthy nonprofit financial management. To get started managing your finances, your nonprofit will have to: Craft your budget. Calculate your fundraising efficiency. Calculate your fundraising efficiency. Government support at the state, local, and federal levels.

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Unlocking the Potential of Open 990 Data

Stanford Social Innovation Review

Making more robust use of open 990 data requires that nonprofits, foundations, researchers, and the IRS and federal government alike commit to sustained action. Generate groundbreaking findings on fundraising, volunteers, equity, and management. A Key to New Insights and Practices. Barriers to Potential.

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Fundraising Apps: 25+ Tools To Help Your Org Raise More

Bloomerang

Fundraising is more tech-powered than ever before. With so many tools out there to choose from, your opportunities for customizing your organization’s tech stack are virtually limitless, especially when it comes to fundraising apps. but now, you can take all that information on the go with Bloomerang’s mobile fundraising app !

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The Importance of Establishing Operating Reserves for Nonprofits

Stanford Social Innovation Review

A minority of nonprofits have more than six months of cash in reserve, according to reports like the Nonprofit Finance Fund’s State of the Sector ; many have less than three months of operating reserves on hand. For some of those groups, raising up to $125,000 on top of their annual fundraising was a significant lift.

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Financial Oversight Guidelines for Nonprofit Boards

The Charity CFO

According to the National Council of Nonprofits , the board has a responsibility to “steer the organization towards a sustainable future by adopting sound, ethical, and legal governance and financial management policies.”. And they create a lot of confusion for people new to the nonprofit sector. Review annual audit .