Restructuring can help certain non-profits reduce costs, combine resources, change legal forms, or move to another state. For some domestic organizations recognized as tax-exempt under Section 501(c), IRS guidance allows
Adding employees can help your non-profit expand programs, strengthen services, and reduce pressure on an overstretched team. However, hiring is a significant financial and operational commitment. Before recruiting, take a
Volunteers can provide meaningful support for non-profits, helping organizations address staffing gaps, complete important projects, and devote more resources to their missions. In fact, Independent Sector estimated the national value
A capital campaign can help non-profits move an ambitious goal closer to reality, but the size and scope of the effort may cause hesitation. These campaigns are not limited to
Annual campaigns and grassroots fundraising remain important for non-profits, but relationships with major donors can create opportunities that smaller gifts alone may not support. For many organizations, the key is
If you wait until year end to prepare your non-profit annual report, you may end up with rushed content and overlooked accomplishments. Throughout the year, it’s smart to gather personal
Even the most well-managed non-profits can benefit from periodically reviewing how financial tasks are performed. Identifying and eliminating inefficiencies can improve your organization’s financial operations whether you’re planning budgets, processing
A good tool that helps non-profits balance today’s funding needs with tomorrow’s financial stability is a non-profit spending policy. Review your current approach now to evaluate if it supports your
Non-profit mergers can provide organizations with many benefits. However, this is only successful when organizations complete their due diligence and work through the process with clear goals. Take a look
Today’s donors increasingly want an active role in deciding where their charitable dollars go. That’s one reason giving circles, which are groups of individuals who pool contributions and collectively choose
