Nonprofit
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Newsbits
Spring 2020
Newsletter: Profitable Solutions for Nonprofits
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 437
Abstract: In this issue, “Newsbits” reports on Congress’s repeal of the TCJA provision creating UBIT on transportation benefits, a new GoFundMe service, charitable behavior among young adults and new impact-investing options.
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Tackling staffing shortages in a seller’s market
Spring 2020
Newsletter: Profitable Solutions for Nonprofits
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 583
Abstract: Nonprofits, which frequently offer lower salaries than for-profits, are at a particular disadvantage in an economy near full employment. Employers need to take a fresh look at their recruiting practices, and this article offers tips for attracting the best job candidates. Suggestions also are made for retaining those candidates after they become part of your organization.
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Financial reporting – How nonprofit accounting differs from its for-profit counterpart
Spring 2020
Newsletter: Profitable Solutions for Nonprofits
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 648
Abstract: Many effective nonprofit board members come from the for-profit world. They bring talent and organizational savvy that may help elevate a nonprofit organization’s overall performance. But, when it comes to understanding financial reporting in this arena, these for-profit pros often need training to help them properly oversee your organization’s finances. This article covers some of the differences between the two reporting styles, which has links to organizational purpose and transparency.
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Get your operating reserves in order
Spring 2020
Newsletter: Profitable Solutions for Nonprofits
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 833
Abstract: Operating reserves are more important than ever for a nonprofit’s long-term sustainability. Yet studies show that organizations often fail to maintain adequate reserves, which could potentially lead to financial disaster. This article spotlights the reasons why adequate reserves are important and suggests how to determine the right amount of reserves for an organization. A sidebar gives tips for developing an effective operating reserves policy.
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News for Nonprofits
February / March 2020
Newsletter: Nonprofit Agendas
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 442
Abstract: This issue’s “News for Nonprofits” reports on legislative actions involving donor disclosures, hackathons that benefit charities, and gender gap trends among nonprofits.
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How you should respond after an outside audit
February / March 2020
Newsletter: Nonprofit Agendas
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 581
Abstract: Regular outside financial audits are among the most effective tools for revealing financial risks in a timely manner. Failing to act on issues identified in an audit isn’t only a waste of money. It also may threaten your organization’s long-term viability. This article explores what happens after the auditors’ work is complete and how the audit committee, management and the executive director fit into the picture.
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CFOs deliver financial know-how – But does your nonprofit really need one?
February / March 2020
Newsletter: Nonprofit Agendas
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 669
Abstract: Nonprofit leaders may think that hiring a chief financial officer to help “run the show” can boost financial performance. But there’s a lot to consider before taking that step. This article defines the role of the CFO, considers hiring-decision factors, and discusses the search for finding the right candidate.
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Corporate sponsorships: Tax-free gift or taxable income?
February / March 2020
Newsletter: Nonprofit Agendas
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 815
Abstract: Done right, corporate sponsorships can pay off for both the nonprofits that receive funding and the sponsors that receive valuable branding opportunities. Done wrong, though, an organization could end up on the hook for UBIT. This article discusses how to navigate the nuances before wading in, including identifying qualified sponsorship payments and differentiating between advertising and acknowledgments. A sidebar sums up a recent U.S. Tax Court case involving a not-for-profit that lost its exempt status over sponsorship.
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South Dakota v. Wayfair, Inc. – What this sales tax case means for nonprofits
Winter 2020
Newsletter: Nonprofit Observer
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 769
Abstract: A 2018 landmark ruling by the U.S. Supreme Court dramatically expanded the ability of states to impose sales tax collection obligations on out-of-state organizations that sell goods and services within their boundaries. Since then, state legislatures and municipalities have scrambled to pass laws targeting organizations that lack a physical presence in their jurisdictions. This article discusses how these laws could ensnare nonprofits that make taxable sales to those states — even if similar sales aren’t taxable in their home states.
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Collective impact initiatives rely on harmony
Winter 2020
Newsletter: Nonprofit Observer
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 693
Abstract: Collective impact, an approach that’s growing among nonprofits, is more than just collaboration. Its originators describe the phrase as the commitment of a group of important players from different sectors to a common agenda for solving a specific social problem. That includes the not-for-profits themselves, government, businesses and constituent communities. This article discusses five prerequisites for successful initiatives and how to evaluate outcomes.
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Writing donation acknowledgment letters
Winter 2020
Newsletter: Nonprofit Observer
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 233
Abstract: Sending thank-yous to donors doesn’t just make sense in terms of building and maintaining relationships. The IRS mandates that taxpayers substantiate single contributions of $250 or more with contemporaneous written acknowledgments. This article reviews what not-for-profits should include in those acknowledgments.
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Protect your exempt status in Election 2020
Winter 2020
Newsletter: Nonprofit Observer
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 839
Abstract: Nonprofits that are tax-exempt as 501(c)(3) organizations, including charities and churches, are barred from participating or intervening in any political campaign for or against a candidate for public office. Organizations that violate the prohibition risk losing their tax-exempt status and could find themselves on the hook for an excise tax. This article discusses the rules governing elections and some politics-related activities and expenses that may be permissible depending on the facts and circumstances. A sidebar explains how “substantial” lobbying is not permissible either.
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Newsbits
Winter 2020
Newsletter: Profitable Solutions for Nonprofits
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 433
Abstract: This issue’s “Newsbits” highlights “good news” giving trends for donor-advised funds and a disturbing pattern of fundraising professionals leaving nonprofits in significant numbers. The feature also spotlights the recent stagnant growth of community foundation assets.
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The tax side of transportation benefits: Are you up to speed?
Winter 2020
Newsletter: Profitable Solutions for Nonprofits
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 594
Abstract: One provision of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) dramatically altered the treatment of so-called “qualified transportation fringes” (QTFs). This article explains the new treatment including the IRS’s interim guidance that helps nonprofits determine how much they must increase their UBTI if they offer qualified parking benefits. Several other clarifications in the guidance are discussed.
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Teaming up – How to handle financial reporting for two
Winter 2020
Newsletter: Profitable Solutions for Nonprofits
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 665
Abstract: It’s likely a smart move when two organizations join forces to boost efficiency, save money and better serve their constituencies. But the combined accounting staffs will need to know how to report the activities of the organizations. This article explains how much of the accounting treatment will depend on the nature of the new relationship. Various collaborative arrangements and mergers are discussed.
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Look before you leap: Key considerations when seeking loans
Winter 2020
Newsletter: Profitable Solutions for Nonprofits
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 816
Abstract: For-profit businesses aren’t the only organizations that can find themselves in need of a loan. Nonprofits also may land in situations that call for relatively quick cash. This article discusses various types of loans and loans vs. other funding sources. It also makes suggestions on how to prepare for filling out a loan application. A sidebar explains three financial ratios that lenders often look at when determining whether to make a loan.