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Raise the Board’s Financial IQ

.orgSource

Yes, you can get people to put down their phones and pay attention. Allow plenty of time on the agenda for the financial staff to explain when and how statements will be available, review banking, investment, and auditing arrangements, and answer questions. Invite the auditor to present to the group as preparation for the audit review.

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Is Your Nonprofit Half Way to Your 2020 Fundraising Goal$?

Nonprofit Tech for Good

While you’re looking at incoming revenue and comparing it to the prior year, take some time to review your expenses as well. Note: While you’re reviewing incoming revenue, if you don’t already, take a look at in-kind donations as well! You also want to pay attention to what they term the Dependency Quotient.

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New CMS Guide Available: Low Cost CMS Review from Idealware

NTEN

In addition to the detailed review of 11 systems -- including both proprietary and open source -- the report provides some helpful overview for approaching the CMS evaluation process in general, as well as some recommendations for making your selection process more focused and effective. -- so you can be assured that it is not light on the details.

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The Why and the How of Updating Your Nonprofit Bylaws

Get Fully Funded

Start by reviewing your bylaws. Make reviewing and updating your bylaws something you do as a matter of routine every three years so you can ensure they’re current. If you think your current bylaws are seriously lacking, ask peer organizations to share their bylaws for comparison. When was the last time you even read them?

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Actionable Insights Hidden In Your Acquisition Results

Kindful

At the conclusion of every acquisition campaign , you should do a thorough review of the campaign’s results. When done correctly, this review will generate action items for your team. . This is especially true if you aren’t sure which numbers or metrics you should review. Review your subject lines, teasers, and asks.

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Stay Sharp: Keeping Your Small Business Fresh in a Digital Landscape

Byte Technology

Today’s most effective businesses leverage, to a great degree, technology that aids us in navigating the virtual world of the Internet; social media sites that help us create brand recognition and viral attention; and e-commerce tools and platforms that help us grow our bottom line. What are some ways to accomplish this?

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The 990: From Compliance to Communication 

sgEngage

Yet, at most foundations, rarely does anyone with a communications background ever review the story this critical document shares with the outside world. Once consumed, the data can be used to build statistical analyses , make comparisons, and draw conclusions, all without ever needing to speak with anyone from the foundation.