Nonprofit

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...
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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...
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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...
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The Role of Data Analytics in Nonprofit Decision-Making

Nonprofit organizations, driven by their altruistic missions, often grapple with multifaceted challenges in achieving their goals. In today’s era of data abundance, the role of data analytics in nonprofit decision-making has surged in importance. Data analytics offers...
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How to Account for Joint Costs in Nonprofit Organizations

A guide to applying the accounting standards for activities that include both program and fundraising components. What are joint costs and why are they important? Joint costs are the costs of conducting activities that have more than one purpose or function, such as...
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Inflation Reduction Act: Clean Energy Tax Credits for Tax-Exempt Entities

Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 (“IRA”) offers various tax credits to incentivize individuals, businesses, and tax-exempt organizations alike to transition to clean energy sources. While tax credits are a great incentive for tax-paying individuals and businesses,...
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2024 Nonprofit Trends

As we move deeper into 2024, we look at what we can expect for the nonprofit sector as the year progresses. In 2023, the sector grappled with multiple challenges… the end of the COVID era which meant an end of COVID funding, an increase in demand for services brought...
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Navigating Hiring, Compensation, Succession Planning, and Employee Retention Trends in Nonprofits: Insights for 2024

In the dynamic landscape of nonprofit organizations (NFPs), staying informed about hiring, compensation, succession planning, and employee retention trends is crucial for attracting, developing, and retaining top talent. Recruitment Trends in Nonprofits: As nonprofits...
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Nonprofit Technology Trends to Watch in 2024: Navigating the Digital Frontier

In the fast-paced world of nonprofits, staying ahead of technology trends is essential for organizations striving to make a lasting impact. As we approach 2024, several key technology trends are set to shape the nonprofit sector, influencing everything from...
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Cerini Connection: Empowering Sustainability

February 2024 Cerini Connection Topic: Empowering Sustainability Join Ken Cerini and Bonnie Hagen Chief Operating Officer of Bright Energy Services. This webinar designed for businesses and nonprofits seeking to embrace sustainability, reduce their carbon footprint,...
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2022 Nonprofit Trends

2022 Nonprofit Trends

Jan 14, 2022

Ken Cerini, CPA, CFP, FABFA, discussed 2022 trends in the nonprofit sector in: Marketing, Fundraising, Operations, Technology, and much more! (Originally aired 1/13/22) Learn more about the Nonprofit Resource Hub here!

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2022 WORKSPACE TRENDS

2022 WORKSPACE TRENDS

Jan 12, 2022

As we enter 2022, we continue to see a shift in the physical workplace and what the future of offices will be. Here are some trends we are seeing as we enter into 2022: Downsizing: Going by the average, a standard office lease for a nonprofit in the USA will be around...

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2022 Nonprofit Technology Trends

2022 Nonprofit Technology Trends

Jan 12, 2022

As 2021 comes to an end, we reflect on the continued importance technology has played in our everyday personal and business lives. As the COVID-19 Pandemic still lingers and reshapes the way organizations think and respond, it has become ever so important to stay on...

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2022 Nonprofit Fundraising Trends

2022 Nonprofit Fundraising Trends

Jan 12, 2022

1. FLEXIBLE GIVING Mobile Giving: Donors are completing more donations on their mobile devices and we expect this trend to continue going into 2022 so there will be an increased importance on: Digital Wallets: The use of systems like Google and Apple pay automatically...

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Tax Information Reporting for Non-Profit Organizations

Tax Information Reporting for Non-Profit Organizations

Dec 7, 2021

Information reporting, such as on Forms 1099 or W-2, is one of the crucial components of a well-functioning tax system.  Such information reporting both assists taxpayers in filing of their annual returns as well as informs the government of income earned by...

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Cerini Nonprofit Connection: Great Resignation

Cerini Nonprofit Connection: Great Resignation

Nov 16, 2021

November 2021 Cerini Nonprofit Connection Topic: Great Resignation Ken Cerini and guest speakers Jill Krumholz of RealHR Solutions and Jennifer C. Loftus of Astron Solutions discussed what you can do to lessen the hit on your organization due to the Great...

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