administration

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. Welcome to the Two Minute Treasurer’s Tip Podcast. I am your host Cyndi Meuchel and today’s topic is the annual audit, sometimes referred to as a financial review. Elija writes: I’m the treasurer of my PTA and am…

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…

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…

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…

How to Manage Unused Gift Cards that Have Been Donated to Your Organization
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, where we’re hoping to make your life as a volunteer way easier. Kayleigh writes: During our last meeting, someone suggested…

Volunteer Award Ideas with 10 Free Printable Certificates
Volunteers are the beating heart of your organization. They provide a wide range of services and skills that help your group reach its goals. They are willing to donate their time and energy — one of our most precious gifts — to make a difference. So, why not take the time to show gratitude toward…

Ideas for Attracting Volunteers from All Generations
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. Today we’re going to talk about recruiting volunteers. Todd writes: We rely on volunteers to fulfill our mission. Lately, my group has…

Running a Successful Raffle Ticket Fundraiser
The very first raffle is believed to have been held in 15th Century Italy. The game was popularized in England in the 1700’s, and it is still widely popular today. One of the ways in which you may have experienced a raffle is via a raffle ticket fundraiser in support of a nonprofit or club…

Cleaning Up and Organizing Your Group’s Records
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, and we’re talking about cleanup. Well, sort of. So, Anne writes: I was just appointed Treasurer and am realizing that our records have not…