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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 Two Minute Treasurer’s Tip podcast. I’m Cyndi Meuchel, and today we’re talking about how to make your financial reports so sexy, people will read them. So, truth be told, I Googled that topic before I started this podcast,…

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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 reasons to make changes to your budget. Generally speaking, the budget is prepared by the staff and reviewed and approved annually by the Board of Directors. This is a financial map of all income and expenditures to follow…

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March Dadness: 25 Ideas for Engaging Fathers in Your PTA/PTO

Gone are the days when Parent Teacher Organizations were solely for moms. Today, dads are stepping up to the plate, eager to participate and contribute to their children’s education and school experiences. Yet, despite this shift in parental involvement, many PTOs still struggle to actively engage fathers in their initiatives. As we enter the month…

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Tips for Filling Open Nonprofit Board Positions

Joining the board of a nonprofit organization can be a deeply fulfilling experience. It is a chance to contribute to your community and support a cause you care about. Whether it is for a PTO, Booster Club, Charity, Art Group or Service Club, these positions help make a tangible difference in the world. However, filling…

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Sweet Success: 20 Quick and Easy School Valentine’s Fundraisers

Around this point in the school year, students and teachers have hit their stride, settling into familiar day-to-day routines. In the midst of academic pursuits and extracurricular activities, it’s a good time for a powerful reminder—to love one another. Valentine’s day is a light and fun holiday dedicated to celebrating the bonds of friendship and…

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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 in the adventures of shaping your community’s future. The decisions you make in the these early days of the year will carve a path to a successful and well-managed year ahead. Steer your HOA toward a year filled…

MoneyMinder Nonprofit Accounting Software Awards 2023-2024

MoneyMinder Recognized for Excellence in Group & Nonprofit Accounting Software

MoneyMinder, the go-to accounting tool for volunteer-based groups like parent groups, charities, boosters, and social clubs, is proud to announce its latest set of awards from Gartner. A renowned technology research firm which conducts in-depth assessments to identify leaders and innovators in various software categories, Gartner’s family of brands aim to help customers make informed…

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5 Ways to Set Your Booster Club Up for Success This New Year

As the calendar turns and the new year unfolds, booster clubs find themselves in a key time to set the stage for the remaining months of the school year. While most boosters have their financial start date on July 1st, the post-holiday period offers a unique opportunity to re-evaluate your plan, reinvigorate the group and…

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Stepping Out Together: 10 Rules of Parent Group Board Retreats (PTA, PTO)

Parent Teacher Organizations (PTOs) and Parent Teacher Associations (PTAs) play a vital role in fostering collaboration between parents, teachers and the school community. As a parent group board, the bond you forge sets the stage for how smoothly everything else will work. One powerful way to strengthen these bonds, build teamwork and set future goals…

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Our Top Nonprofit Blogs of 2023

As we step into a new year, let’s pause and reflect on the extraordinary journey that was 2023. Amidst challenges and uncertainties in the nonprofit world, there is a remarkable resilience, adaptability and light. Our top blogs for this year mirror the dynamic spirit of the nonprofit sector, featuring a mix of the familiar and…