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Nonprofit Finance
Practical finance and back-office guidance for nonprofit teams.
How Nonprofits Should Account for In-Kind Donations (And Why Most Get It Wrong)
In-kind donations can be some of a nonprofit's most valuable resources — yet they're also among the most frequently mishandled on the books. Here's what every nonprofit controller needs to know about recognition, valuation, and disclosure.
July 15, 2026 · 9 min read
Nonprofit Payroll Tax Compliance: What Every Finance Leader Must Know
Payroll tax compliance is one of the most complex — and highest-stakes — responsibilities for nonprofit finance leaders. Here's what you need to know about FICA, FUTA, Form 941, and worker classification, and how Account Cloud Unity keeps your organization on the right side of the IRS.
July 15, 2026 · 10 min read
What Your Overhead Ratio Is Costing You (And How to Talk About It Differently)
The overhead myth is one of the most expensive misconceptions in the nonprofit sector. Here's how to change the conversation — and the trajectory of your organization.
July 3, 2026 · 7 min read
Nonprofit Fundraising Management: 6 Strategies That Build Donor Trust and Sustainable Revenue
Sustainable nonprofit fundraising isn't about working harder on the next campaign. It's about building the management structure underneath it — diversified revenue, financial transparency, donor retention, board engagement, and a tight connection between development and accounting.
June 21, 2026 · 8 min read
How Much Should Your Nonprofit Keep in Reserve? A Practical Guide
An operating reserve is the buffer that lets your nonprofit handle a bad month without cutting programs. Here's how to find the right target for your organization and build toward it.
June 9, 2026 · 3 min read
Municipal Budget Planning: How Local Governments Can Build Smarter Annual Budgets
A smarter approach to annual budget planning helps local governments reduce shortfalls, maintain compliance, and earn community trust.
May 23, 2026 · 5 min read
Why Local Governments Are Moving to Cloud-Based Accounting
More local governments are replacing legacy finance systems with cloud-based accounting tools — and the reasons go well beyond convenience.
May 23, 2026 · 6 min read
The Importance of Budgeting for Nonprofits
A well-crafted budget keeps your mission on track, earns the trust of donors and grantmakers, and gives your board the visibility it needs to govern effectively.
May 16, 2026 · 4 min read
Why Tracking Work in Progress Is Critical for Construction Companies
Learn why WIP tracking is the most important financial tool for contractors. Understand overbilling, underbilling, and how a monthly WIP schedule protects your business.
February 27, 2026 · 8 min read