Cyndi Meuchel

Arizona PTA Lifetime Achievement Award Goes to One of Our Own
MoneyMinder is always honored to share the achievements of its employees. This time it’s a big one. Our very own Jackie Edmonds was just awarded the Arizona PTA Lifetime Achievement Award. These awards are given out at the State PTA’s annual convention to honor unwavering dedication and exceptional contributions. The Arizona PTA Lifetime Achievement Award…

5 Steps to a Successful Service Club Membership Drive
Service Clubs are communities of individuals that are united by a common purpose: to make a positive impact in their local areas and beyond. Serving as catalysts for change, Service Clubs bring together passionate individuals to create countless acts of kindness and social change. From large organizations — Rotary, Kiwanis, Lions and Key Club —…

How to Know When It’s Time to Update Your Nonprofit Bylaws
Following is a transcript of this episode of the Two Minute Treasurer’s Tip Podcast from MoneyMinder, with audio/video below. Welcome to the Two Minute Treasurer’s Tip Podcast. I am your host Cyndi Meuchel with MoneyMinder. Let’s talk bylaws today. Jim writes: Our bylaws prohibit our group from having a credit card or debit card. A lot of…

How to Select a Good Bank or Credit Union for Your Small Group or Nonprofit
Following is a transcript of this episode of the Two Minute Treasurer’s Tip Podcast from MoneyMinder, with audio/video below. Welcome to the Two Minute Treasurer’s Tip Podcast. I am your host Cyndi Meuchel. Today we’re going to talk about selecting an ideal bank or credit union for your group, keeping in mind, not all financial institutions are…

Bad Checks: What if Your Nonprofit Receives an NSF Check?
When your small nonprofit receives an NSF (Non-Sufficient Funds) Check, it can not only be an inconvenience to deal with, but it can potentially disrupt your budget. Let’s explore how nonprofits can effectively handle NSF checks and minimize the impact on financial stability. What is an NSF Check? Sometimes referred to as a “bounced” or…

Do You Need to Change Your Financial Year Start Date?
Following is a transcript of this episode of the Two Minute Treasurer’s Tip Podcast from MoneyMinder, with audio/video below. Welcome to the Two Minute Treasurer’s Tip Podcast. I am your host Cyndi Meuchel with MoneyMinder. If the idea of changing your financial year has crossed your mind, you’re going to want to keep listening. Thomas asks: We…

Celebrating 20 Years of MoneyMinder: Volunteer Empowerment & Financial Accountability
In today’s fast-paced world, it can be difficult to keep track of the various aspects of our lives. From bills and children to work and volunteer responsibilities, it can be hard to navigate your way through it all. Not to mention those monthly subscription fees that keep adding up (you know, the ones where it’s…

What Steps Do I Need to Take to Establish a 501(c)3
Following is a transcript of this episode of the Two Minute Treasurer’s Tip Podcast from MoneyMinder, with audio/video below. Welcome to the Two Minute Treasurer’s Tip Podcast. I am your host Cyndi Meuchel with MoneyMinder, and today, we’re talking 501(c)3s. Lori writes: I started a community organization that has grown, and I’d like to establish it as…

15 Teamwork Activity Ideas for Scouts
As kids grow up, they will start to realize the importance of working with others. From school projects to sports teams, the ability to work collaboratively can make a big difference in a person’s success. Teamwork is a valuable life skill that can help kids become better problem solvers, communicators, and leaders. Nobody understands this…