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Beyond the Donation: Nonprofit Accounting and Board Governance Explained, an interview with Ken Cerini

WATCH A CLIP OF THE EPISODE ABOVE! In this episode of Beyond the Donation, managing partner Ken Cerini of accounting firm Cerini and Associates discusses strategies for better fiscal management and the roles of board members in a strong nonprofit. Ken stresses the...

Tips to Prevent Wire and ACH Frauds

ACH payment fraud is becoming more common, and it is believed that the fraudsters target certain types of individuals. Unfortunately, school districts are one of those targets. Financial institutions play a crucial role in safeguarding bank accounts from fraud;...

Utility Bill Auditing

For many school districts, especially larger districts, reviewing the utility invoices can be a cumbersome process as schools have multiple accounts. We have noted that recently late fees have been added and are cropping up across the Island. Many districts have asked...

Artificial Intelligence Acceptable Use Policy

Schools are constantly looking for ways to utilize technology to improve the educational experience. Educators have quickly understood that Artificial Intelligence (AI) can be used to help a variety of students as it can adapt to different learning styles. For...

GASB Statement 101 – Compensated Absences

Many school districts allow employees to carry over their accrued leave balance at the end of a fiscal year. Some districts have different policies for distinct types of leave. For example, policies may allow for the paying out of accrued vacation leave but not...

Guest Article: 3 Donor Retention Strategies to Boost Engagement and Giving

Your nonprofit might acquire new donors regularly, but how often are they sticking around to give a second gift to your organization? If you’re like most nonprofits, you likely struggle to retain newly acquired donors. The average donor retention rate sits between...

Guest Article: Workers’ Compensation Premium Reduction

With rising costs due to inflation, escalating salaries, and increased cost of debt, everyone is searching for ways to reduce costs. One area that companies can look at is reducing Workers’ Compensation insurance premiums. One component of Worker’s Compensation...

9 Strategies to Retain Top Talent in the Construction Industry

Approximately 7.8 million people are employed by the construction industry, as of January 2023 — that’s about 2.9% of the U.S. workforce. Despite being a significant contributor to employment, the construction industry faces a unique challenge with an average annual...

Navigating the 2024 Construction Outlook

With about a quarter of 2024 behind us, there are mixed economic indicators facing the construction industry. Inflation is coming under control, interest rates have remained high, supply chains have eased a bit, and unemployment is on the rise, even in the...

Guest Article: Streamline Nonprofit Management by Automating These 5 Areas

There’s no doubting it—technology has fundamentally changed the way nonprofits operate. From fundraising to events to daily operations, technology has become indispensable for nonprofits looking to save time, money, and effort. Creating an effective change management...
Defined Contribution Plan Audit Requirements: 2024 Update

Defined Contribution Plan Audit Requirements: 2024 Update

For plan years beginning on or after January 1, 2023, The United States Department of Labor (DOL), Internal Revenue Service (IRS), and Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation have announced changes to the form 5500 which impact the methodology for determining the size of...

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How to Pick a Third-Party Administrator

How to Pick a Third-Party Administrator

A third-party administrator (TPA) significantly supports employee benefit plans. They offer various services that aid in managing and administering many processes of the plan and takes the burden of these tasks off of the employer, however they don’t alleviate...

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Mastering Social Media for Nonprofits: A Comprehensive Guide

Mastering Social Media for Nonprofits: A Comprehensive Guide

In today’s digital age, with nearly 4 billion social media users worldwide, nonprofit organizations have a golden opportunity to connect with a vast online audience. Leveraging social media can facilitate fundraising, volunteer recruitment, and storytelling to turn...

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