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Newsbits – Who gives big gifts?
Fall 2013
Newsletter: Profitable Solutions for Nonprofits
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 404
Abstract: This issue’s “Newsbits” looks at a study indicating that donations of $1 million or more come mostly from local donors. It also discusses a new rule from the Financial Accounting Standards Board’s Emerging Issues Task Force (EITF) addressing the proper accounting for services received from personnel of an affiliate for which the affiliate doesn’t seek compensation. Also discussed is a new website from an organization that’s dedicated to preserving the tax deduction for those who give to charities.
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Managing staff – How to treat the real gems of your organization
Fall 2013
Newsletter: Profitable Solutions for Nonprofits
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 611
Abstract: In the recent tough economic times, many nonprofits froze wages, awarded minimum pay increases and/or cut benefits, all the while asking employees to take on new responsibilities. Though such moves may have been necessary, it’s important to not lose sight of the importance of staff, from hiring and training them to rewarding them for their performance. This article explains how to motivate staff in ways that aren’t too hard on the budget.
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Is it time for “software as a service”?
Fall 2013
Newsletter: Profitable Solutions for Nonprofits
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 630
Abstract: Nonprofits increasingly are following the path of their for-profit cousins and shunning traditional software arrangements for “software as a service” (SaaS) provided over the Internet for a monthly fee. The potential benefits make SaaS worth considering for nonprofits of all sizes, but some caveats are in order. This article discusses the increased efficiencies and security SaaS can provide, but also notes potential problems regarding availability of data and the long-term costs.
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Building a better audit committee – Start with a clear picture of its roles and responsibilities
Fall 2013
Newsletter: Profitable Solutions for Nonprofits
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 800
Abstract: Many nonprofits have started their own audit committees over the past decade, but have learned the hard way that good intentions aren’t enough to ensure an effective committee — both the nonprofit and committee members must fully understand the committee’s role and responsibilities. This article describes the purpose of an audit committee and its responsibilities in overseeing financial reporting and risk management and in interacting with outside auditors. A sidebar notes the importance of committee members having strong financial expertise.
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Newsbits – Lack of capital hinders expansion
Summer 2013
Newsletter: Profitable Solutions for Nonprofits
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 429
Abstract: This issue’s “Newsbits” looks at a report that studies how nonprofits view scaling (that is, growing programs to a larger scale), along with another report that encourages Congress to require the IRS to make Form 990 data “open” — available to all free of charge in a standard format, published without proprietary conditions and available online as a bulk download. It also discusses a Web app that automatically donates fractions of a cent to charity each time someone opens a new tab.
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What to expect when the IRS comes knocking
Summer 2013
Newsletter: Profitable Solutions for Nonprofits
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 798
Abstract: Notice of an IRS audit may be unnerving to a nonprofit, but understanding the nuts and bolts of IRS reviews can help reduce its risk of running into trouble. This article looks at the three types of IRS reviews and how the agency selects an organization for scrutiny. A sidebar lists some of the matters that a particular type of review may cover.
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The investment manager – Finding the right fish in the sea
Summer 2013
Newsletter: Profitable Solutions for Nonprofits
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 631
Abstract: It’s a challenge for a nonprofit to find the best person to make prudent investments while meeting investment goals. This article offers guidance regarding where to look for qualified candidates, what questions to ask them, and how they should be compensated.
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Board meetings: Time to go virtual?
Summer 2013
Newsletter: Profitable Solutions for Nonprofits
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 630
Abstract: Regularly scheduled board meetings are a must, but not every meeting has to be conducted in person. Periodic virtual board meetings — ranging from conference calls to videoconferencing — can offer significant benefits for both organizations and their board members. This article describes how virtual meetings can be attractive to busy board members, both current and potential. But it also discusses some of the challenges, and why virtual meetings may be more suitable for some agendas than others.
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Newsbits – Study examines political leanings and donor behavior
Spring 2013
Newsletter: Profitable Solutions for Nonprofits
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 437
Abstract: This issue’s “Newsbits” discusses one study that examines the effects of political leanings on donor behavior, and another that reveals a significant drop in multiyear grants to charities. It also takes note of Accounting Standards Update (ASU) 2012-05, which addresses the diversity of nonprofit practices for classifying cash receipts from the sale of certain donated financial assets (including securities) in their statement of cash flows.
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Managing risks via special events insurance
Spring 2013
Newsletter: Profitable Solutions for Nonprofits
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 586
Abstract: To raise funds, nonprofits often turn to large-scale special events, which can prove lucrative but also carry significant risks. Proper insurance coverage will help protect an organization from those risks. This article explains that it might be more cost-effective to obtain coverage by extending one of several different types of insurance policies rather than dealing with a new and unfamiliar insurer for special events coverage.
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Nonprofit mergers – When joining forces is the answer
Spring 2013
Newsletter: Profitable Solutions for Nonprofits
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 578
Abstract: Nonprofits that are suffering a lack of either financial or human resources might want to consider joining forces with another nonprofit. When researched and executed carefully, a merger can make both organizations stronger by building on their complementary skills. But there are questions to ask and a variety of hurdles to overcome; this article looks at some of them.
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Are you ready? 3 significant developments in outreach technology
Spring 2013
Newsletter: Profitable Solutions for Nonprofits
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 840
Abstract: One of the top priorities for nonprofits is engaging with their supporters and building relationships. It’s no surprise, then, that interest is surging in technology that can help nonprofits do just that. This article shows how organizations can maximize the potential of current technology tools by developing mobile websites and apps, leveraging social networks and expanding their Web presence. A sidebar discusses specific metrics to use in evaluating technology investments.
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Newsbits
Winter 2013
Newsletter: Profitable Solutions for Nonprofits
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 491
Abstract: In this issue, “Newsbits” takes a quick look at how to reach younger donors through smartphones; shows why charities that have recently adopted a more conservative approach to valuing corporate product donations can, with Charity Navigator’s help, make past financial data be more comparative; and cites a survey indicating that 66% of U.S. nonprofits need pro bono services more than any other volunteer work.
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Social impact bonds — the newest funding wave?
Winter 2013
Newsletter: Profitable Solutions for Nonprofits
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 489
Abstract: Although pioneered in the United Kingdom, social impact bonds have captured the attention of U.S. philanthropists, governments and investors as a new approach to funding social programs. This article tells how they can benefit not-for-profits along with governments and investors. Social impact bonds won’t work for every social service nonprofit — but they may be useful for those that have measurable outcomes that are highly correlated with social net benefits that could save a governmental agency meaningful amounts of money.
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Getting a handle on the flow of cash
Winter 2013
Newsletter: Profitable Solutions for Nonprofits
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 795
Abstract: Effective cash flow management involves more than taking annual budget figures and dividing by 12 to come up with a static, monthly amount — after all, costs can vary significantly from month to month for a variety of reasons. This article explains how to prepare a cash flow report and how a CPA can help ensure that it’s used to a nonprofit’s best advantage. A sidebar discusses how to make decisions based on the report.
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Follow these dos and don’ts to maintain your 501(c)(3) status
Winter 2013
Newsletter: Profitable Solutions for Nonprofits
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 984
Abstract: Having status as a tax-exempt “public charity” gives a not-for-profit significant benefits. But keeping this 501(c)(3) status isn’t automatic. This article offers some important dos and don’ts to follow in order to retain the privilege: tips involving reporting obligations, tax withholding, unrelated business income, political lobbying and other issues.