Nonprofit Accounting Basics

How to Use QR Codes at Fundraising Events

How to Use QR Codes at Fundraising Events

Do you remember back in the day when QR Codes were going to be the next big thing? You just had to download a QR Code reader app and then you could be connected to a website in seconds, without having to type in a lengthy URL. Then, for a little while, it seemed like…

Top 10 Nonprofit Blogs 2021

Year End Round Up: Our Top 10 Posts of 2021

Wow, where has 2021 gone? This was another exciting year in the world of volunteer-run nonprofits. Just when we were getting used to managing things virtually, everything went back in person. Now it seems we will be living in a hybrid world indefinitely, and nonprofits will continue to show their resilience and adaptability as they…

MoneyMinder Survey 2021

MoneyMinder Survey 2021: Yes, MoneyMinder Saves Time!

The 2021 MoneyMinder Survey results are in! We surveyed our current user base and wanted to share some of the key findings with our audience. Although with nonprofit groups like PTAs and Sports Teams, there is often a high turnover due to aging children, we are happy to report that many MoneyMinder users have been…

Small Nonprofit Group Donation Receipts 101

Donation Receipts: Who, What, When, Why and How (With Examples)

For the charitable groups that MoneyMinder serves — Parent Groups, Booster Clubs, Sports Teams, Scouts, Churches, Social and Service Nonprofits — donations are a major driver of success. After all, the support and services you provide to people come at a monetary cost. The more donations you receive, the more support and services you can…

Treasurer's Tip Podcast

How to Choose the Right Payment Processor for Your Group

Following is a transcript of this podcast episode, with audio/video below. Welcome to the Two-Minute Treasurer’s Tip Podcast. I am your host, Cyndi Meuchel, Co-Owner of MoneyMinder, where our goal is to make your life as a volunteer really easy. Today I’m answering the following question: What recommendations do you have for selecting a method…

Treasurer's Tip Podcast

Procedures & Protocols for Handling Cash at an Event

Following is a transcript of this podcast episode, with audio/video below. Welcome to the Two-Minute Treasurer’s Tip Podcast. I am your host, Cyndi Meuchel, Co-Owner of MoneyMinder, where our goal is to make your life as a volunteer super easy. Today I’m answering the following question: What kind of measures can I set up to…

nonprofit audit

Be Prepared with this Nonprofit Audit Checklist for Parent Groups, Teams, Scouts and More

Why Perform an Audit? The annual audit: does the very thought of it make you cringe? While some may consider this task to be a burden, look on the bright side. An audit brings credibility to your organization. The board and membership will be reassured that the financial affairs of the organization are being accurately…

Treasurer's Tip Podcast

How to Handle “Lost Check” Requests for Checks You’ve Issued

Following is a transcript of this podcast episode, with audio/video below. Welcome to the Two-Minute Treasurer’s Tip Podcast. I am your host, Cyndi Meuchel, Co-Owner of MoneyMinder, where our goal is to make your life as a volunteer easy. Today I’m answering the following question: How should I handle issuing a replacement check? Anita writes…

Treasurer's Tip Podcast

Mini Audits: What They Are and How to Conduct One

Following is a transcript of this podcast episode, with audio/video below. Welcome to the Two-Minute Treasurer’s Tip Podcast. I am your host, Cyndi Meuchel. I happen to be the Co-Owner of MoneyMinder, where our goal is to make your life as a volunteer super easy. Today I’m answering the following question: What’s a “Mini Audit”…

changing nonprofit financial year

3 Steps to Changing Your Financial Year

Are you looking to change your financial year? Whether your nonprofit group was set up a month or a decade ago, there could be compelling reasons to change your tax year. For example, if you set up your Booster Club or Parent Group (PTA, PTO, PTSA) on the calendar year, you may have later realized…