Cyndi Meuchel

The Overlooked Holiday: Why Valentine’s Day Fundraisers Work

Valentine’s Day Fundraisers are a great idea for many reasons. The timing is perfect as the busy…

Form 1023-EZ Streamlined Application of Exemption Under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code

Great news for those seeking nonprofit status. The federal tax exempt status application, or Form 1023, has…

2 Essential Treasurer Reports for Nonprofit Organizations

Treasurer reports are a key tool in accurate nonprofit financial reporting. Running reports is a great way…

Teen Community Service Clubs

Teen Community Service Clubs are a wonderful way to involve young people in community service. There are…

How to Resign from Your HOA Board

Committing to a volunteer HOA board position is a large responsibility. For as many good reasons there…

The Purpose of Community Service Clubs

It is common for community service to come to mind during the holidays. The holiday season focuses…

Be Heard: Tips for Speaking to Your HOA

Being a responsible homeowner oftentimes mean being an active member of your homeowner’s association or HOA. There…

Donor Appreciation No Matter How Small the Donation

Donor appreciation is a part of every nonprofit organization. No gift is too small to be unappreciated;…

A Few Words from a Satisfied Customer

Gerry Webb, Secretary of Esquimalt Lions Club was kind enough to submit a review of MoneyMinder in…

PTA Fundraising Rules & Guidelines

Fundraisers can account for a large portion of parent group activities. Though fundraising is a major undertaking it…

Sports Team Fundraising: Maximizing Effectiveness

One of the benefits of being involved in sports is sports team fundraising. Done right, fundraising can…

Effective Volunteer Meetings: 3 Sample Agendas

Volunteer participation is the backbone of many small nonprofits. However, the trick to keeping volunteers engaged and…

Keeping your Booster Club Strong through Officer Changeover

Booster Clubs can be an awesome support to a school or cause. The emotional and financial support…

Transitioning Treasurers: Insights for Making a Smooth Transition

It’s that time of year again! It is time for transitioning treasurers! Being a Treasurer is a…

Ten Quick Ways to Thank Your Donors

It is critical for success to thank your donors. Donations typically make up a large part of…

Budgeting Dos and Don’ts

As we have mentioned before, budgeting is important for an organization of any size. It can help…

Productivity App Review: Able2Extract PDF Converter 10

Here at Nonprofit Central we are interested in making your nonprofit life as easy and as pleasant…

How to Start a Nonprofit on a Budget

If you are looking to start a nonprofit, congratulations! We applaud your intentions and are here to…

Unique Nonprofit Fundraising Ideas for Each Month

Each month of the year is an opportunity to raise money. Here are our favorite nonprofit fundraising…

New Feature: Budget Analysis Report

[caption id="attachment_3112" align="alignright" width="261"] The new MoneyMinder Budget Analysis Report. Click for full view.[/caption] Budgeting is vital…

Summer Service Learning Projects

Summer Service Learning Projects The end of the school year doesn’t mean the end of learning. Far…

Nonprofit Spotlight: Girls on the Run

We are impressed with any program that blends fun with physical fitness. One such program, Girls on…

The Importance of Historical Societies

Growth and development are inevitable, but keeping a piece of the way we were is important for…

Volunteer Treasurer Responsibilities

The list of volunteer treasurer responsibilities is considerable but nothing to fear. Usually appointed by the members…

Rotary Meeting Agenda

Rotary Club Meetings are held weekly with the focus being on fellowship. That said, there are plenty…

Software for Rotary Club Management

Here are 5 software programs or apps that can help your Rotary Club run more smoothly. MoneyMinder:…

Fight Fraud: How and Why to Reconcile an Account

Why Reconcile: There are two primary reasons to reconcile an account. One is to help find errors…

The History of Kiwanis

The History of Kiwanis shows a long-time supporter of community interests.  Over the years this big-hearted organization…

Beyond Drills: Managing Little League Dues & Finances

When you think of a little league coach’s role, you probably don’t picture a bunch of paperwork.…

What Type of Insurance Does your Homeowners Association Need?

It is a fact that all Homeowners Associations (HOAs) need insurance, but depending on your location and…

The Differences Between Cash and In-Kind Donations

Donations can be a major source of support for an organization. If donations are important to your…

Common HOA Documents

Common HOA Documents If you are involved in an HOA or considering purchasing into an HOA community,…

How to Encourage End of Year Giving

End of year giving can mean big dollars for your organization. It may be that this is…

The Offices and Responsibilities of an HOA Board of Directors

You know that there is an active HOA in your neighborhood and as a resident, you feel…

The Basic Principals of a Homeowners Association

  Many new homeowners find that the home purchasing process is a challenge. When you combine that…

Halloween FUNdraising for PTAs, Booster & School Clubs

Halloween is a great season to drum up funds -and fun- for your important cause. It is…

What is the IRS 990-N Form All About?

The more tax tips you can get, the easier your treasurer job will be, right?  How does…

Is Nonprofit Budgeting Really Necessary?

  You are a small nonprofit organization, committed to an important cause.  Maybe you are completely run…

Reconciling a Checking Account

Reconciling a checking account is an important financial step to take for every organization.   Now with online…

See Strength In Numbers: The Annual PTA or PTO Audit

The annual PTA/PTO financial review (aka audit) is something that often strikes fear into the hearts of many…