Cyndi Meuchel

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How to Make Your First Nonprofit Meeting a Success

There is no getting around it, nonprofit groups have a lot of meetings. Activities like fundraising and programs simply take a lot of time to plan with a dedicated group of people. That said, there are a few steps you can take to ensure you make the most of your time together and that your…

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10 Hot Silent Auction Items that Sell

You want to have the hottest auction in town. After all, a great fundraiser is not only about supporting a good cause, it is about supporting your bottom line. Silent auctions are a great way for attendees to shop, mingle and enjoy a little bit of friendly competition. Here are the 10 hottest silent auction…

social media

7 Ways Parent Groups Can Use Social Media to Connect

With so many social media channels out there, it can be difficult to choose which one to use for your parent group. Spread the word of your group through these social media channels. Getting Started One of the great aspects of social media is that it is free and shouldn’t take much time, once you…

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MoneyMinder Survey Results

You may recall that we did a short two questions survey a couple of months ago. Well, the survey results are in and we want to share the information with you. Why Survey? A survey seemed like a great way to check in with our members to see how the nonprofit world is evolving. We…

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How to Wrap Up Your Year as Treasurer

And…that’s a wrap! Or is it? As the school year draws to a close there are a few items that a volunteer treasurer needs to check off of their list. The chalkboard may be wiped clean and the lockers swept out but you still have a (volunteer) job to do. Fiscal Year End Many school…

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10 Team Spirit Ideas to Bring Your Team Together

There is nothing like a little team work when it comes to drumming up team spirit and having fun. Here are our favorite team spirit ideas for your team to try. 1. Unique Spirit Wear There are all kinds of websites that will help you design the perfect t-shirt for your team. You can also…

HOA Treasurer Transitions

Treasurer Transition Strategies for HOAs

Serving as the treasurer for your HOA Board of Directors is an important job. To make your job as treasurer a little easier, there are a few things you can do to smooth your transition onto the Board. Smooth transitions are not only key to your success but they can aid in future changeover which…

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4 Printable Teacher’s Day Poems (Now You Have No Excuse for Not Thanking a Teacher)

Teacher’s Day is right around the corner (May 8, 2018). To help you show your appreciation by thanking a teacher we have put together a few heartfelt poems and printables. These printables are a cute and easy way to thank the special teachers who have helped all of us at some point in our academic…

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Social Media Best Practices for Volunteer Groups

Many volunteer groups are so busy doing good work, sometimes they forget to engage with their social networks. However, using social media can be a great way to share information about your cause and simply sound the trumpets a little bit about what you are up to.  An added bonus is that it’s free! That…

How to use MoneyMinder Software

How to Upload & organize documents

The Documents feature allows you to upload & store forms and records for your group.

Consider uploading your Meeting Minutes, Bylaws, 990(EZ) forms and other IRS documentation, Meeting Agendas, Check Request Forms, Audit Findings, NSF Check Letters, Flyers, etc.