Nonprofit Accounting Basics

Nonprofit Reimbursement Approvals: Ditch the Old School Paper Chase

Simplifying Reimbursements for Nonprofits Processing reimbursements can be a time-consuming and sometimes frustrating part of your role…

Do I Need Nonprofit-Specific Accounting Software?

For many volunteer treasurers, the choice of accounting software is often inherited rather than chosen. In other…

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…

Financial Risk Assessment Checklist for Nonprofits

Serving on the board of a nonprofit organization can be a labor of love. Whether you're the…

50+ Restaurants that do Fundraisers without a Middleman in 2025

Looking to host a fundraiser for your local nonprofit, school, sports team or community group? Why not…

990-EZ Extension: What is IRS Form 8868?

If you're a small, tax-exempt organization with gross receipts averaging between $50,000 and $200,000, you are likely…

All About In-Kind Donations (with Sample Thank You Letter)

What Are In-Kind Donations? In-Kind Donations are non-cash donations that come in the form of goods or…

Nonprofit Best Practices: Fiscal Year Alignment

Many nonprofits find themselves in a situation where their budget period, bylaws and financial software don't align…

What is a Form 990-N?

IRS Form 990-N, often referred to as the "e-Postcard", is a document that most small, tax-exempt organizations…

What is a Form 990-EZ?

Form 990-EZ is a required IRS form for tax-exempt organizations that take in less than $200,000 in…

Nonprofit Treasurer Forms & Templates: A Tip From Cyndi

https://youtu.be/-UUU-MU0_74?si=-Too5BwLu5uYUQy_ So, you're the new treasurer? Congratulations! No matter how you got here, you've got an important…

Video Series Helps New Volunteer Treasurers Navigate the Role

If there's one thing we know here at MoneyMinder, it's the unique challenges faced by volunteer treasurers.…

New Year Startup Tips for Nonprofit Treasurers

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6eDE7nrHEfk Welcome to the Two-Minute Treasurer’s Tip Podcast. I’m Cyndi Meuchel, and today we’re talking about New…

The Treasurer’s Report: Everything You Need to Know

The Treasurer's Report is a critical document for any nonprofit, no matter the size. Many large nonprofits…

Your First 30 Days as a Parent Group Treasurer

Taking on the role of PTO/PTA Treasurer can be both rewarding and challenging. As the financial point…

PTO / PTA Treasurer Duties: A Month-to-Month Guide

Raising your hand to be your PTO or PTA Treasurer might seem like a straightforward task. How…

PTO & PTA Treasurer’s Summer Checklist

10 Ways for Parent Group Treasurers to Wrap Up and Prepare As a busy parent volunteer, we…

New at MoneyMinder: Anyone Can E-File a 990-N for $25

Calling all small nonprofit organizations with annual revenue under $50,000! MoneyMinder is here to simplify your 990-N…

How to Prepare for Your Nonprofit Group’s Audit

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sb3NcF3mxiQ&t=4s Welcome to the Two-Minute Treasurer’s Tip Podcast. I’m Cyndi Meuchel, and today we’re talking about how…

How to Get Started as a Group or Club Treasurer

So, you've become your group or club's treasurer! Whether it was a volunteer move or you've been…

Which Form 990 do PTOs and PTAs Need to File?

The world of tax forms can be confusing for Parent Teacher Organizations (PTOs) and Associations (PTAs). Let's…

Year-End Tips for Outgoing Nonprofit Treasurers

Following is a transcript from this episode of MoneyMinder’s Two Minute Treasurer’s Tip Podcast. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XGJJ0eKMk0A Welcome to…

What is the Role of a Treasurer?

This article was originally written in 2013 and was edited in 2024. The treasurer of a nonprofit…

The Magic Formula for PTO & PTA Budgets

A budget is the foundation of success for any nonprofit, and that includes Parent Teacher Organizations (PTO)…

Year-End Guide for PTO & PTA Treasurers

Congratulations on a successful term as Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) or Association (PTA) Treasurer! Here is a…

Should Club Treasurers do a Monthly Audit, an Annual Audit, or Both?

Following is a transcript from this episode of MoneyMinder’s Two Minute Treasurer’s Tip Podcast. Welcome to the…

End-of-Year Checklist for PTO & PTA Treasurers

As the end of the school year approaches, many Parent Teacher Organizations (PTOs) and Associations (PTAs) have…

The Essential Guide to Youth Sports Team Accounting

Good accounting practices are essential for youth sports teams to ensure transparency and accountability of the funds…

How to Make your Treasurer Reports So Sexy People Will Look (and Listen)

Following is a transcript from this episode of MoneyMinder's Two Minute Treasurer's Tip Podcast. Welcome to the…

How to Review and Amend Your Nonprofit’s Budget

A nonprofit budget is a building block to sound financial management. That said, there are times and…

10 Ways for Your HOA Board to Kickstart the New Fiscal Year

Most Homeowners Associations operate on the fiscal year starting January 1st. So, welcome to a new year…

Our Top Nonprofit Blogs of 2023

As we step into a new year, let's pause and reflect on the extraordinary journey that was…

Giving Tuesday Tips for Your Nonprofit

As the holiday season approaches, nonprofits around the world gear up for Giving Tuesday—a day dedicated to…

Getting Started as a Homeowner’s Association Treasurer

Becoming a Homeowner's Association Treasurer is an important and rewarding role in your community. The homeowners in…

How MoneyMinder Supports a Paperless Workflow for Treasurers

As Treasurer for your group, you play a critical role in managing finances and keeping track of…

5 Benefits of Using a Budget

Following is a transcript of this episode of the Two Minute Treasurer’s Tip Podcast from MoneyMinder, with audio/video below.…

Getting Started as Treasurer [Video]

So, you’ve just become the new treasurer for your nonprofit. Way to go! But now what? Here…

5 Must-Have Features When Choosing Parent Group Treasurer Software (PTA, PTO, Boosters)

As the new school year approaches, parent groups such as PTAs, PTOs and Booster Clubs are gearing…

Can the Treasurer Serve on the Audit Committee?

Following is a transcript of this episode of the Two Minute Treasurer’s Tip Podcast from MoneyMinder, with audio/video below.…

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.…