Cyndi Meuchel

How to Sell Tickets for Nonprofit Events (Virtual or In-Person)
For many nonprofits, events are the backbone of financial success. Fundraising like ticket sales, auctions and food service tends to fall into place more easily when everyone comes together for the cause. But the Coronavirus pandemic has certainly altered the way we do many things. Nonprofit events are no exception. A recent survey from Kindful…

Nonprofit Tax Returns: Which Forms to File, and When
Most tax-exempt organizations are required to file an annual nonprofit tax return with the IRS. Which form you file typically depends upon your financial activity, as indicated below. Following are some general guidelines for determining which tax form to file with the IRS: Form 990-N e-Postcard — Gross receipts normally ≤ $50,000 | IRS 990-N…

PTO & PTA Job Descriptions
If you are in recruitment mode for your PTA or PTO officer roles, you might be scrambling to write job descriptions for each role. We’re here with some basic descriptions for the more common roles. Your Parent/Teacher/Student group is unique and may have different officers from other such groups. That said, the functions of these…

A Guide to Getting Started as the Scout Unit Treasurer
Have you been promoted from Scouting Parent to Scout Treasurer? Congratulations! You’re about to embark on an amazing adventure. Put on your uniform and let’s get started! Start by registering as a Scout Leader on the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) website. This may require a background check. Plan to attend monthly roundtables with the…

The Ultimate Guide to Financial Best Practices for PTO Treasurers
School Parent Groups are known for their fundraising brilliance. Parents, teachers, faculty and students do amazing work creating new ways to pay for everything from new playground equipment to classroom supplies. But let’s get down to the brass tax of this post: what happens after the money comes in? Why Finances Matter to School Parent…

Managing Teams and Finances When Sports are on Hold
We are navigating unprecedented times in the sports world. Depending on locale, your sport may have begun with modifications or been canceled altogether this fall. We’re even hearing about some who started up only to be canceled shortly thereafter. Notre Dame football, for example, just announced the cancellation of its third football game in 100…