nonprofit

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…

Record-Keeping Rules: What Kind of Records do I Need to Keep?
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, and I’m the Co-Owner of MoneyMinder, where our goal is to make your life as treasurer easier. That’s why we share these tips and tools. However, remember every group operates differently,…

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”…

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…

Reasons to Use Check Request & Reimbursement Forms
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’m the co-owner of MoneyMinder, where our goal is to make your life as a volunteer way easier. Today I’m answering the following question: Are check request forms and reimbursement forms…

Financial / Fiscal Years and How They Impact You
Following is a transcript of this podcast episode, with audio/video below. Welcome to the Two-Minute Treasurer’s Tip Podcast. I’m your host, Cyndi Meuchel, co-owner of MoneyMinder, where we are hoping to make your volunteer life easier. Today I’m answering the following question: What is a financial year? Stacy writes, “I’m a new treasurer and I…

Debit Cards: Pros and Cons for Your Nonprofit
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 way easier. That’s why we share these tips and tools, but keep in mind, every group operates…

Why is it Important to Reconcile My Account?
Following is a transcript of this podcast episode, with audio/video below. Welcome to the Two-Minute Treasurer’s Tip Podcast. I’m your host, Cyndi Meuchel, and the coowner of MoneyMinder, where our goal is to make your life as a volunteer super easy. Today I’m answering the following question: Why is it important to reconcile my account?…

How to Present the Treasurer’s Report at Your Next Board Meeting
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 we’re hoping to make your life as a volunteer easier. Today I’m answering the following question: How do I present a Treasurer’s Report at my board meeting.…

5 Reasons Your Nonprofit Should Switch From Quickbooks to MoneyMinder
The answer to the question of Quickbooks vs. MoneyMinder depends on who is using it. Quickbooks is an excellent tool that is right for many businesses, big and small. It is owned by a company called Intuit, which also owns TurboTax, and Mint, among others. Quickbooks promotes itself as the tool to “run your whole…