Emily Ritter

Top Challenges School Group Treasurers Face, and How to Overcome Them (PTO, PTA, Booster Clubs)
So, you’ve just become the treasurer for your school’s PTO, PTA, or Booster Club. First of all — thank you! This is one of the most important volunteer roles in any school group. But if you’re feeling a little overwhelmed, you’re not alone. You might be thinking: Where do I find everything?How do I keep…

The Volunteer Treasurer’s Guide to Nonprofit Financial Reports
What, Why and When to Use 25 Different Nonprofit Reports Managing finances for a volunteer-run nonprofit can feel overwhelming at times—especially when you open your accounting software to find a long list of unfamiliar reports. What’s the difference between a Balance Sheet and an Income Statement? When should you use a Reconciliation Report? Do you…

When is Form 990 Due?
Most tax-exempt organizations must file a return each year—even if no taxes are owed. Learn everything you need to know to keep your 501(c)(3) in good standing with the IRS this year. What is IRS Form 990? Form 990 is the annual information return that most tax-exempt organizations must file with the IRS. It provides the IRS…

10 Free & Printable Volunteer Appreciation Certificates
National Volunteer Week is coming up. It’s a great opportunity to take a moment to celebrate their incredible contributions to your community. How do you plan to express appreciation to your group’s volunteers? One idea? Give them a volunteer certificate of appreciation. This is a simple, yet meaningful way to recognize their hard work and…

5 Digital Fundraising Trends for Small Nonprofits in 2025
Small nonprofits are ditching overwhelm and embracing smarter, more inclusive strategies in 2025. As technology evolves, digital fundraising continues to offer new and innovative ways to engage donors, streamline giving, and expand outreach—often with less overhead. Looking to grow your mission-driven efforts digitally this year? Here’s how to stay ahead: 1. Take It One Step…

Who Has the Popcorn Machine? A Simple Guide to Tracking Your Nonprofit’s Shared Assets
At MoneyMinder, we get nonprofits—because we’re all volunteers in our own respective groups. And trust us when we say, no matter how big or small a shared asset is, it will inevitably go missing at some point. And of course, it’s always right when you need it most. Many of the emerging nonprofits we serve…

Creating Nonprofit Bylaws 101 (with Example)
Purpose of Bylaws for a Nonprofit Organization Bylaws are like a GPS for your organization, ensuring your nonprofit stays on course as you run it day in and day out. Bylaws establish the responsibilities of the board of directors and procedures for meetings and decision-making. They also help ensure you are in compliance with state…

5 Nonprofit Compliance Mistakes—and How to Avoid Them
Running a nonprofit is no small feat. Between fundraising efforts, volunteers, accounting and meetings, it’s easy to let nonprofit compliance take a back seat. However, neglecting your compliance responsibilities can lead to fines, penalties, the loss of your tax exempt status and damage to your reputation. If that’s not bad enough, if noncompliance is not…

Financial Risk Assessment Checklist for Nonprofits
Serving on the board of a nonprofit organization can be a labor of love. Whether you’re the President or Treasurer, you’re driven by a mission to make a meaningful impact. However, as they say, “with great purpose comes great responsibility.” This is especially true when it comes to managing and protecting your nonprofit’s finances. A…

MoneyMinder’s Top 10 Blog Articles of 2024
Here at MoneyMinder, we’re always focused on providing valuable resources to help organizations like nonprofits, school groups, sports teams and community groups stay on track with their finances. Whether you’re managing a budget, planning a fundraiser or handling donations, our nonprofit blogs are designed to offer practical advice and insights to keep things running smoothly.…